PNW 2020 Summer BDR Run - WA

Dang, hope they get it sorted. We are planning to peel off in Ellensburg, cruise up to Ephrata area for some fishing, spend the night, then hit Dry Falls the next day on our way out to HWY20 area.

 

Rocky Ford?

 

Yeppers. It's still surprisingly productive given the heat. Then headed up to spend some time on the Methow for trout, too.

 

I've always wanted to try RF

 

It gets a lot of negative comments but it's a fun section of water in my book, though I've only been out there twice now. Lots of selective fish, pretty technical (delicate presentation, some decent currents to work around, and shore fishing constraints), and if you hit it off peak, you have the whole place to yourself. It's worth checking out for sure. I'll show ya some of the bugs I am bringing along for next week week.

On that topic, I didn't see any major creeks/rivers on the trip, but if the opportunity presents itself, I'll have my gear with me to throw a line while on the trail.

 

I just got myself a beginner fly fishing setup (never done it before) so maybe I will bring it along and you can give me some pro tips.

 

I'm gonna just miss you guys by a day... I'm heading out for Bethel tomorrow night hopefully, or early Friday. Will be there til we decide to head home on Sunday. We'll be relaxing with our feet up, enjoying the view! Hope y'all have a great run!

 

Far from a pro, but happy to share what I've learned over the years!

 

Y'all see this? https://wdfw.wa.gov/news/wdfw-restr...FvrXb3TnpldjH-DTxV2Sih3ORat6x3N-GYufo5e11TYJM


"Operating a motor vehicle away from developed roads. Parking is permitted within designated parking areas, including developed campgrounds and trailheads; and in areas without vegetation that are within 10 feet of roadways."


It sounds like no vehicles anywhere but roads, etc. Saw a post on the BDR Facebook group... what's everyone think?

 

Call into some of the ranger stations? Get some more details?

 

I may have overreacted... it looks like WDFW lands border the BDR, but we only get close a few places up until Ellensburg. After Ellensburg, it looks like there is a major WDFW chunk of land to cross.

 

Ill pull it up on my OnX maps when I get a chance and see. Should be mostly NF lands.

 

I certainly hope that’s not the case.

All that room and no pew pew? Pfff, I’m out.

 

It looks like section 2 might be in jeopardy for y'all, but otherwise might be OK. I'm planning to call the Chelan ranger office tomorrow and see if they have any advice/warnings for us.

 

Loaded up and ready to go. All I have to do is walk out there get in and leave.

 

Gonna have to back out, got my dads birthday I forgot about
Y'all have fun and be safe! take pictures for the rest of us.

 

Anyone bringing pistols and rifles?

 

Yes, but not for target shooting purposes. More for predator protection

 

Bummer, enjoy the b-day!