Backpack hunting through and through. Heavy base camp set up that we take in anywhere from 4-7 miles then go with light day packs from there. This list gets me through extreme elevation gain at altitudes ranging from 9,000' msl up past 11,500' msl. With intense rains storms and the occasional snow fall, you must be prepared for any weather situation. Location: Utah - Uintahs and Wasatch Front | Pursuit: Elk/ Mule Deer | Season: Early Season Archery/ Late Season Rifle

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Optics

Binos

DIAMONDBACK® HD 10x42
DIAMONDBACK® HD 10x42
Vortex Optics
Get the job done and does all I need them to on my archery hunts.

Bino Harness

Sitka Gear Mountain Harness
Sitka Gear Mountain Harness
Fit my binos, range finder and I use the right hand side for my crye gun clip holster.

Backpacks & Gear

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Backpack/ Frame

Metcalf 75
Metcalf 75
MYSTERY RANCH
Most comfortable pack ever and can carry all I need it to. I want a bag that can expand to carry all my base camp gear but then compress to carry a day pack load without adding much weight by itself.

GPS & Satellite Messengers

Camping Equipment

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Warm and Dry is key. I don't want any gear failure to mess up my sleep as that will have a huge negative impact on my hunting effectiveness

Solar Battery Packs

Food & Nutrition

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Snacks & Bars

Mixed protein bars that won't melt and are okay getting squished

Freese Dried Meals

Clothing

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Layers are key. Cold mornings, hot days and cool evenings along with moving then sitting I need to be able to add and remove layers quickly to be able to keep my focus on the hunting.

Outerwear/ Jackets

willv
willv
Saratoga Springs, Utah
Avid outdoorsman and passionate, responsible user of public land and resources.
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