I agree. Even though I only rifle hunt I believe you should have a right to carry a pistol any where you go, including and especially bow hunters. They are at an extreme disadvantage in protecting themselves, even from poachers and the ilk. I think Washington should do that too. I did email the WDFW for info about packing my .40 while deer and elk hunting for the same reason and it is OK to do that. I can even use it to dispatch game I' ve shot with my rifle.