Was out yesterday at around 6000 ft. Saw a few did not manage to get a shot. Dog was on them and I did not get set up for a shoot. My fault. Man it was hot! Looking forward to cooler weather Berries just starting to ripen.
Got 1 ruffed Sat. morning in Leclerc creek area. I think the spring wasnt to nice to the hatch.My weapon of choice is an old Stevens .22/.410 OU with a pistol grip we have called the "grouse charmer" for years with good reason. 3" #6 shot seems to work great for me.Good luck to all!
The dog and I have nothing to show for two days in the woods. First day on the North Fork, hunted the edges of the cuts...didn't see a thing. Figured I needed more elevation, went to the area above Lake Kachees, again, nada. Glad some others are having some luck.
Went out this morning on the westside and it was a total bust. I saw one ruffed and didn't get a shot. Last year at this time you had to beat them off the road with a damn stick
