Well I finally made up my mind. I decided on East over West. I put in for 2005, 2003, 2017, and 2007. 3 out of 4 are in the Blues. I put Observatory in there as third because the Wenaha East is mostly wilderness and that will take some extra effort to make work. I guess the things that won out were the rain factor, as well as the branch bull restriction--Overall I think I'm a little less likely to get an elk on the East vs. the West, but better chances at a big trophy. If I don't get drawn (I have low points so I'm not expecting to), I'll probably hunt the thick Northeast where there are any bull/any elk units.

Thanks to all those who chimed in. Good luck with your draws [:-] God bless.