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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Binos
DIAMONDBACK® HD 10x42
Get the job done and does all I need them to on my archery hunts.Bino Harness
Sitka Gear Mountain Harness
Fit my binos, range finder and I use the right hand side for my crye gun clip holster.
Range Finder
Backpacks & Gear
Backpack/ Frame
Metcalf 75
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
Safety/ First Aid
Camping Equipment
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
Tent
Sleeping Bag
Trekking Poles
Camping Pillow
Food & Nutrition
Calories Calories Calories
Snacks & Bars
Mixed protein bars that won't melt and are okay getting squished
Freese Dried Meals
Other
Clothing
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.
Baselayers
Outerwear/ Jackets
Rain Gear
Footwear
Gaiters
Gloves
Hats & Beanies
Archery Equipment
Release
Broadhead
willv Saratoga Springs, Utah
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