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ShaneTyTrey:
I was thinking the other day, it might be nice to have a list of the must haves for the first time backcountry hunter.  I realize a hunt in Alaska may be different than one in Arizona or New Mexico and also a guided vs non-guided will have some differences, but for the most part, the things you absolutely can't live without should be the same.

These aren't necessarily in order, but this is my top 8 things you have to have for any backcountry hunt that is at least 5 days in duration.

1. Quality, rainproof tent - Especially in Alaska, it rains often and rains hard.
2. Quality Sleeping Bag.
3. Quality Boots - Especially in Alaska as those rocks really beat your feet up.
4. Quality Rain Gear - This again would be important on any Mountain Hunt, but especially in Alaska.
5. Sleeping Pad & Pillow - This is probably more of personal preference, and can depend on terrain, in the Alaskan rocks, you have to have this.
6. Lightweight Trekking Poles - Conserves energy, helps with balance and makes really tough hikes a bit easier.
7. Quality Pack - This will hold all your gear on the way in, and hopefully your gear and an animal on the way out.
8. Satellite Device - Could save your life in a pinch, things happen, don't cut corners on this.

There is a list of at least 8 more nice to haves that you may want depending on overall duration of hunt, type of terrain, animal being hunted, climate, etc...These items include things like
Crocs to give your feet a brake, water filter (could be mandatory in some areas), spotting scope, etc...

I am by no means an expert, and certainly people could add to or argue this list, just looking to get some information out there for first time adventurers.

Buckhunter24:
I'd add waterproof matches and tinder to the list, a bic is good too

ShaneTyTrey:

--- Quote from: Buckhunter24 on August 28, 2023, 02:14:42 PM ---I'd add waterproof matches and tinder to the list, a bic is good too

--- End quote ---
Good addition, fires weren't even an option in the Alaskan Mountains as there was no wood, but in most Western States this is absolutely in that must have.  I carried this but never used it, so forgot, thanks for adding.

2MANY:
Wrap some duct tape around both of your trekking poles.
It just might save your life.
If nothing else you could put it over your hunting partners mouth when he is snoring.

ShaneTyTrey:
Yes, good call, and if you use like a Leuko tape it could also be used for blisters or anything like that, that stuff is amazing.

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