First deer hunt, what to bring?

[EmeraldBullet]

I have never been hunting before but passed hunters ed, and today I bought my deer tag. I plan on hunting modern rifle on the east side with some family friends (they have ample experience, and agreed for me to join them this year.)

Obviously I am going to bring my tag (and some string to attach it?), rifle, ammo, knife, spotting scope, backpack. I was also thinking some heavy duty garbage bags and perhaps scissors.

What am I missing? What do I really NEED to bring that I'm not thinking of? Thank you so much for your help.

[DeKuma]

You could do without the scissors, at least I have never packed any.
Good rope is always a plus.  My pack has rope, flashlight, gloves, towel, handi-wipes, game bags, extra knife, batteries, matches/lighter, first aide kit to name some items

[bobcat]

Don't forget your hunting license. A map, compass, and GPS. TP in your pack, or even better, baby wipes. And don't forget a good waterproof coat, sounds like it's going to be raining.

[EmeraldBullet]

Thanks guys. Map and compass, wipes, and first aid kit will be added to my list for sure. Rope is a good idea too.
I was thinking of gloves, forgot to mention that in my original post, I'm thinking some cheap latex gloves with some nicer leather gloves over them (something that provides a little protection from a knife mistake but also allows for dexterity.)
Thanks again for all the help. Everyone here has been great.

[tgomez]

Knife, saw, flashlight, 10x binos, extra ammo, gloves, watchcap, flagging tape, deer call, rope, rain wear, waterproff boots, and a good pack that you can haul out meat with. BEST OF LUCK!👍😁

[Lincoln4]

Patience.

And the wipes.  A headlamp.  A quart ziplock bag to put the heart in.   

[tonymiller7]

Food, beverages, sleeping bag, tent, etc.  Nothing worse than a noob who expects everything handed to him.   

[bosshogg112]

Besides all that has been mentioned above, I always have some zip ties in my pack as well.

[pianoman9701]

http://www.gandermountain.com/checklists/deer-hunting.shtml

Some of the above doesn't apply but it's a pretty good list. Pocket chemical heater packs are nice in the cold. A mushroom field guide like All That The Rain Promises And More. A couple of foil packs of cat food. If you get lost, you won't eat them until you're really, really hungry. Eventually, the best glass - binos or spotter, the best boots, Best jacket, and the best wet weather gear you can buy. Everything else can be just fairly good if these are solid. A great knife for skinning and boning, Like a Razor's Edge with replacement blades. Lots of Advil or Aleve. If you have some leftover Percocet or vicodin, these are great for your emergency pack in case you've hurt yourself, or Xanax is good to calm yourself down if you get lost or hurt.

In camp, some warm lounging clothes that don't melt, and camp shoes. Don't forget pillows and towels. Twice as much booze and you think you need. Good cigars, a cutter, and a lighter with fuel. You're almost 60 like me, right? Don't take free pepperoni from the natives. That'll come back and bite you. Extra chairs. Have fun.

[bosshogg112]

Forget to mention toilet paper...  Having to cut out pockets to wipe with is not fun...

[rickomatic]

Forget to mention toilet paper...  Having to cut out pockets to wipe with is not fun...

bd

Also known as "mountain money"

[Fl0und3rz]

A good hat, rain and/or wool stocking cap.

Ample water and snacks for your pack.

[WAnoob]

baby wipes > toilet paper, just saying

[wapiti hunter2]

Knife sharpener

[police women of America]

Here's some of things on my list:
1. Scent control
2. Saw, small knife, and a good sized sharp knife
3. Rubber gloves
4. Head lamp or flashlight
5. Hunting license, tag, and hunters-Ed cirtificate
6. String for the tag, and a cheap hole puncher (I find it easier to use then a knife)
7. Map and compass (just incase)
8. Bear pepper spray
9. Hunters orange vest
10. Strong rope
Those are about the essientials. I also always carry a medical kit and flares with me too. Try to visualize hunting day step by step, that's how I got a list together.
Good luck! And if you have any questions feel free to message me, just two years ago I was asking these questions myself.