Post by: EmeraldBullet on October 06, 2016, 01:12:03 PM
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.
Post by: DeKuma on October 06, 2016, 01:17:06 PM
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
Post by: bobcat on October 06, 2016, 01:18:20 PM
Post by: EmeraldBullet on October 06, 2016, 01:23:22 PM
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.
Post by: tgomez on October 06, 2016, 01:47:00 PM
Post by: Lincoln4 on October 06, 2016, 01:50:54 PM
And the wipes. A headlamp. A quart ziplock bag to put the heart in. :EAT:
Post by: tonymiller7 on October 06, 2016, 01:51:48 PM
Post by: bosshogg112 on October 06, 2016, 01:55:09 PM
Post by: pianoman9701 on October 06, 2016, 02:22:05 PM
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.
Post by: bosshogg112 on October 06, 2016, 02:32:57 PM
Post by: rickomatic on October 06, 2016, 05:05:39 PM
Forget to mention toilet paper... Having to cut out pockets to wipe with is not fun...bd
Also known as "mountain money"
Post by: Fl0und3rz on October 06, 2016, 05:24:35 PM
Ample water and snacks for your pack.
Post by: WAnoob on October 06, 2016, 05:31:00 PM
Post by: wapiti hunter2 on October 06, 2016, 05:43:01 PM
Post by: police women of America on October 06, 2016, 05:57:50 PM
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.
Post by: fish vacuum on October 06, 2016, 06:01:29 PM
Multi tool
Rope
Game bags or pillow cases (don't pack meat in plastic)
A clean sheet or table cloth (used as a clean surface to place meat on)
Electrical tape
Compass
Whistle
Hydration bladder
A lighter and fire starter
TP
Protein bars
Camera
2-way radio
Head lamp
Post by: fisheral87 on October 06, 2016, 06:07:09 PM
Post by: fishnfur on October 06, 2016, 06:13:19 PM
Post by: DaveMonti on October 06, 2016, 06:17:54 PM
1. Ammo
2. AMMO
3. Don't forget the AMMO!!!
Post by: jkthomps on October 06, 2016, 07:32:29 PM
I know you said these items already, but just to emphasize. These items are easy to leave behind, and many a hunter has. They have also found themselves constantly and mercilessly razzed by the rest of the camp.I am going laugh my butt off when you forget ammo next week haha
1. Ammo
2. AMMO
3. Don't forget the AMMO!!!
What I pack changes depending on where I hunt, but there are some basic items that go on every hunt... mostly mentioned above. I might recommend electrical tape added to your pack. Great to attach your tag to an antler and also works to make sure makeshift splints stay in place on broken bones... and you can even fix broken pack straps or strap extra meat to your pack.... all from experience ;)
Bring your a camera and capture your experience and share with all of us!
Good luck!
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Post by: fisheral87 on October 06, 2016, 07:42:01 PM
Good excuse to hang out in the garage listen to Gritty Bowmen and drink some 16 year Glenlivet.
Al
Post by: wheels on October 06, 2016, 08:18:27 PM
Post by: Hilltop123 on October 06, 2016, 08:30:13 PM
Post by: DaveMonti on October 06, 2016, 08:33:51 PM
I know you said these items already, but just to emphasize. These items are easy to leave behind, and many a hunter has. They have also found themselves constantly and mercilessly razzed by the rest of the camp.
1. Ammo
2. AMMO
3. Don't forget the AMMO!!!
I might recommend electrical tape added to your pack. Great to attach your tag to an antler and also works to make sure makeshift splints stay in place on broken bones... and you can even fix broken pack straps or strap extra meat to your pack.... all from experience ;)
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Experience with electrical tape, splints, and broken bones? I've got to hear about this one!
Post by: bb76 on October 06, 2016, 09:42:55 PM
Don't forget your tag and license.
Hand sanitizer.
Head lamp
Lighter
Emergency kit
Gorilla tape
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Post by: curlewkiller on October 06, 2016, 09:50:11 PM
Post by: builtfordtough on October 06, 2016, 09:55:27 PM
Post by: jmscon on October 06, 2016, 10:14:21 PM
I keep my tag and license on me in case I have to drop my pack and cant find it again.
Don't forget your rifle, it's a long drive home.
Good luck!
Post by: MNguy33 on October 07, 2016, 06:21:00 AM
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Post by: andrew_in_idaho on October 07, 2016, 02:44:26 PM
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Post by: andrew_in_idaho on October 07, 2016, 02:46:48 PM
Here's some of things on my list:Where are you hunting that you need bear spray? Unless you are in the extreme NE corner of WA, Idaho panhandle or the greater Yellowstone area there aren't many grizzlies in deer country, and the odds of being attacked by a black bear are very low
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.
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Post by: coachcw on October 07, 2016, 04:17:21 PM
Post by: police women of America on October 07, 2016, 05:00:35 PM
There have been a lot of black bear attacks (usually none-fatal) even though they are more rare then grizzly. Where I hunt (here on the west side, sometimes Capital Forest) even the "pros" say you'd have to be crazy not to carry some or have a gun on you. I've also been chased by a black bear last year, he was just scaring us off but after that I would never go anywhere in the woods without pepper spray. Not to mention cougars.Here's some of things on my list:Where are you hunting that you need bear spray? Unless you are in the extreme NE corner of WA, Idaho panhandle or the greater Yellowstone area there aren't many grizzlies in deer country, and the odds of being attacked by a black bear are very low
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.
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Post by: EmeraldBullet on October 07, 2016, 07:31:15 PM
Added to my list are Disposable Camera, Hunter Orange vest, AMMO AMMO AMMO, Bear Spray, torch lighter, ziptyes?
Post by: EmeraldBullet on October 07, 2016, 07:41:03 PM
Going back to the OP you said you were thinking of bringing some heavy duty garbage bags, I'm assuming your thought there was for meat and I'm going to tell you not to do that. Get some game bags, you want breathable fabric as opposed to garbage bags which will lead to spoilage
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Thank you so much, this helps a ton.
Post by: h20hunter on October 07, 2016, 07:50:27 PM
Post by: bigmacc on October 07, 2016, 07:57:34 PM
Going back to the OP you said you were thinking of bringing some heavy duty garbage bags, I'm assuming your thought there was for meat and I'm going to tell you not to do that. Get some game bags, you want breathable fabric as opposed to garbage bags which will lead to spoilage
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Thank you so much, this helps a ton.
May sound a little silly but I,ve seen it happen before....License, tag, gun, shells, boots, sleepin bag,plenty of socks and clean shorts :tup:Good luck.
Post by: 7mmfan on October 07, 2016, 08:03:26 PM
TP and wetwipes are ESSENTIALS. Everything else is negotiable :chuckle:
Post by: 7mmfan on October 07, 2016, 08:24:51 PM
Tags/Licenses
Ammo
Hunter Orange
Water, more than you think you need. I carry 96 oz. Nothing worse than being dehydrated and cramping up miles from the truck with a load of meat to haul out.
High protein snacks (Jerky, if you have access to lots of water, protein bars, trail mix, etc...)
Compass/Maps (Maps may or may not help you a lot depending on the area/situation, but a compass is required)
Binos
Extra wool socks
Packable Rain Gear
Wool Gloves
Beanie
Rangefinder (optional, depends on the situation)
50' Paracord
Small length of rope
Knife and Sharpener (I use a Havalon Titan, replaceable blade and heavy blade, covers everything needed to break an animal down)
First Aid Kit
Safety Blanket
Fire Kit (matches in waterproof container, lighter in waterproof container, fire starter)
Head Lamp
Extra Batteries
Game Bags
Shooting Sticks
Small roll of electrical tape
Zip Ties (you never know?)
Large heavy garbage bag (I see others say not to use them, and I agree for long term storage, but it serves a few purposes. If you are breaking down an animal in the field, you can use it as a short term staging area for meat before it goes in the game bags. You can then put your game bags in the garbage bag for the pack to the truck so you don't soak your pack in blood. Remove your meat from the garbage bag asap when to the truck. Also, if you get the real big, real heavy duty ones, you can actually cut them lengthwise and make a small emergency shelter out of them. Can also make an emergency poncho out of them.
Depending on how long you're there for, bring some boot grease/wax to waterproof your boots. If you hunt in wet conditions or snow, your boots take a pounding. I use Obenaufs, it works great.
I also bring a collapsible slingshot. I don't like shooting grouse with my rifle when I'm hunting, but its a fun distraction chasing them with a sling shot :chuckle:
I don't worry about the latex gloves when it comes to deer and elk, I would for bears or other predators. I would also use good heavy Nitrile gloves if hunting rutting mule deer. They're very stinky.
I know it all seems like a lot to pack around with you, and some of it is negotiable depending on the time of year/situation where you're hunting, but if you are going to spend any amount of time in the woods any distance from your vehicle/camp and by yourself, every one of these could not only come in handy, but save your life.
Good luck this season!