BC hunt

[NoDakfarmin]

I have a BC g mountain goat hunt coming up and if August and this will be my first goat and high mountain hunting I’ve done. Probably be spiking out and just wondering what gear is essential to have along and what to leave behind. Also what’s everybody best go to hunting boot for that type of climbing and hiking? I think I should get new ones while I can get them broke in!
Boots?
Trek poles?
Mystery ranch beartooth?

I will be with a guide. Thanks guys!

 

[madcalfe]

end of aug should have ok temps but could also snow so keep that in mind.
I use uninsulated kennetrek mountain extremes.
definitely want poles, buy whatever ones you fancy. I use black diamond carbon Z poles.

 

[bascott1]

Poles are a must up there. Whatever mtn boot fits your feet well. I used crispi briksdal and they worked well, best lightweight rain gear you have. Rained the whole climb up and was soaked. You’ll have a great time and enjoy the country. What area you hunting?

 

[as.ks.ak]

I have a BC g mountain goat hunt coming up and if August and this will be my first goat and high mountain hunting I’ve done. Probably be spiking out and just wondering what gear is essential to have along and what to leave behind. Also what’s everybody best go to hunting boot for that type of climbing and hiking? I think I should get new ones while I can get them broke in!
Boots?
Trek poles?
Mystery ranch beartooth?

I will be with a guide. Thanks guys!

Ask your outfitter and goat hunting locations and styles styles all differ. That’s where you’ll get the best information.

My .02 is wear boots that fit and are broken in. Your feet will let you know.

Definitely trekking poles, walking axe (100cm) or black Diamond whippet. Any of these will work.

Packs are subjective as well. Talk to your outfitter and see if you have the size necessary for your hunt style.

Ie. If you’re using horses, you don’t need much for pack space…if you’re backpacking for 10 days, you’ll likely want more.

Trust your outfitter when they give you advice. They know their area and what works best in there.


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[NoDakfarmin]

Poles are a must up there. Whatever mtn boot fits your feet well. I used crispi briksdal and they worked well, best lightweight rain gear you have. Rained the whole climb up and was soaked. You’ll have a great time and enjoy the country. What area you hunting?

Telegraph creek area roughly. I’m not very familiar with the area so not sure if that will ring a bell or not.

 

[NoDakfarmin]

Ask your outfitter and goat hunting locations and styles styles all differ. That’s where you’ll get the best information.

My .02 is wear boots that fit and are broken in. Your feet will let you know.

Definitely trekking poles, walking axe (100cm) or black Diamond whippet. Any of these will work.

Packs are subjective as well. Talk to your outfitter and see if you have the size necessary for your hunt style.

Ie. If you’re using horses, you don’t need much for pack space…if you’re backpacking for 10 days, you’ll likely want more.

Trust your outfitter when they give you advice. They know their area and what works best in there.


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Sounds great thank you!

 

[Ron.C]

Boots. 100% make sure they are a good quality boot broken in before your hunt. I prefer goretex lined leather boots (Hanwag for my feet). I use the Hanwag Alaskas with gaiters early season and Hanwag Trapper Tops later. Lots of good options out there (Kenetrek/Lowa/Lathrop to name a few) let fit be the determining factor.

Hiking poles. 100%. Some guys like one, I carry 2. Every year I tell myself I am going to upgrade to a fancy,ultralight carbon set but I can't force myself to stop using my old 3 piece aluminum poles that I have had for a decade.

Sling - pick a rifle sling that lets attach your rifle to your pack so you climb/descend with both hands free or with poles. Lots of options/opinions, I love my original Slik Sling. Lot of kifaru gunbearer supporters out there but I don't love them on real steep ascents like you'll do goat hunting.

Optics - I bring a spotter whenever I goat hunt but often leave it at basecamp/truck when I start heading up (your guide will most certainly have one). If you have one would be nice to have if you are hunting from valley bottoms.

General comment - Talk to your outfitter. Ask him what you need, what you don't. Tell him what you have (pack/rifle/optics/boots/raingear/spike out gear etc) and get his feedback. His idea of a spike out may be a siltarp, ranger blanket with a gelshot for breakfast. Make sure you are on the same page.
Lastly IMHO, odds of success and enjoyment on goat hunts is more about attitude/physical preparation then gear selection. Going up and down those mountains day after day will test you.

 

[NoDakfarmin]

Boots. 100% make sure they are a good quality boot broken in before your hunt. I prefer goretex lined leather boots (Hanwag for my feet). I use the Hanwag Alaskas with gaiters early season and Hanwag Trapper Tops later. Lots of good options out there (Kenetrek/Lowa/Lathrop to name a few) let fit be the determining factor.

Hiking poles. 100%. Some guys like one, I carry 2. Every year I tell myself I am going to upgrade to a fancy,ultralight carbon set but I can't force myself to stop using my old 3 piece aluminum poles that I have had for a decade.

Sling - pick a rifle sling that lets attach your rifle to your pack so you climb/descend with both hands free or with poles. Lots of options/opinions, I love my original Slik Sling. Lot of kifaru gunbearer supporters out there but I don't love them on real steep ascents like you'll do goat hunting.

Optics - I bring a spotter whenever I goat hunt but often leave it at basecamp/truck when I start heading up (your guide will most certainly have one). If you have one would be nice to have if you are hunting from valley bottoms.

General comment - Talk to your outfitter. Ask him what you need, what you don't. Tell him what you have (pack/rifle/optics/boots/raingear/spike out gear etc) and get his feedback. His idea of a spike out may be a siltarp, ranger blanket with a gelshot for breakfast. Make sure you are on the same page.
Lastly IMHO, odds of success and enjoyment on goat hunts is more about attitude/physical preparation then gear selection. Going up and down those mountains day after day will test you.

Great post thank you for the info!

 

[NoDakfarmin]

What everybody’s go to food/snacks that are packable for 5-7 days? How about caffeine, what’s the hot tip for that!?

 

[alderchokedhellhole]

What everybody’s go to food/snacks that are packable for 5-7 days? How about caffeine, what’s the hot tip for that!?

Besides my freeze dried meals,
Grenade protein bars, dried mangos and landjaeger sausage always make it.

Caffeine I’m not too picky and toss in Nescafe sweet and creamy.

As for gear, definitely the trekking poles and sturdy boots as others have said.

I would also make sure to bring sunglasses and lip chap. A light hooded layer to keep the sun off.

 

[madcalfe]

What everybody’s go to food/snacks that are packable for 5-7 days? How about caffeine, what’s the hot tip for that!?

pep and cheds and jerky always makes it along on trips.
Starbucks instant coffees is what i use, they taste better than the Nescafe instant coffee to me.

 

[gaphunter]

For boots, I’d recommend something sturdy with good ankle support—Lowa or Kenetrek are solid choices. Trekking poles are a must for steep terrain—Black Diamond are lightweight and reliable. The Mystery Ranch Beartooth is a great pack for spiking out, just make sure it fits well with weight in it. Also, don’t forget a solid layering system, a good sleeping bag, and rain gear. Best of luck on your hunt!

 

[NoDakfarmin]

For boots, I’d recommend something sturdy with good ankle support—Lowa or Kenetrek are solid choices. Trekking poles are a must for steep terrain—Black Diamond are lightweight and reliable. The Mystery Ranch Beartooth is a great pack for spiking out, just make sure it fits well with weight in it. Also, don’t forget a solid layering system, a good sleeping bag, and rain gear. Best of luck on your hunt!

Thank you for the feed back, I’ll look into those poles I’ve heard them recommended a few times now. I’m thinking I’ll stick with beartooth because I have the sawtooth and it fits well and like the system!

 

[Grizzle]

What everybody’s go to food/snacks that are packable for 5-7 days? How about caffeine, what’s the hot tip for that!?

Try thisiscoffee.ca better than via by quite a bit and the company supports wssbc