Elk Hunting Gear - what can’t you live without?

[neil.hansford]

Cosmic brownies. Won't catch me dead in the hills without 3 or 4 in my pack.

I used to love the ones with walnuts on top, but now all I see are the cosmic ones....which are a close runner up. They make every trip, from scouting through season.

Sent from my SM-G973U using Tapatalk

 

[TBHasler]

Cosmic brownies. Won't catch me dead in the hills without 3 or 4 in my pack.

Cosmic? Never heard of them, indica or sativa?

 

[mtwarden]

yeah of course boots, pack, binoculars- those are gimeee’s

how about things not so obvious, but are game changers for me


1- tripod for my binos- I’m a believer now
2- sitpad- for above (or to eat lunch, but not a tiny one; 20x40” zilte pad more comfortable and doubles as an emergency pad
3- wind checker- this has helped a ton!

 

[nobody]

I used to love the ones with walnuts on top, but now all I see are the cosmic ones....which are a close runner up. They make every trip, from scouting through season.

Sent from my SM-G973U using Tapatalk

Yeah the walnut ones are BOMB, but the regular ones really are the best energy bar I've ever had on the mountains. Just straight up sugar and fat, I love them for a mid-afternoon pick me up. And they're cheap!

 

[Superdoo]

1. Pack Goats
2. Beer/real food
3. Chair
Matt

Where does a guy find a "Matt"? Are they expensive? What exactly do they do and do you recommend I bring one or should I save up for more?

Also, why is a "Matt" fourth?

 

[Still Hunter]

Besides the obvious bow, calls, boots, pack, water, knife, selection of fire starters, water filter...

A spare release is mandatory. Wind checkers, super Light Rain Jacket/Poncho (it always rains in the mountains). I wear contacts so I carry "Thera Tears" Eye Drops for dry eyes. They're amazing. A spare pair of eye glasses. At least one Head lamp and small flashlight & spare batteries. Chap stick.

 

[JPeters218]

Butt pad

 

[CAElkhunter]

Foam butt pad you can buy on Cabelas or most outdoor sites. Keeps you butt dry and comfy while glassing or waiting.

 

[Attacking Mid]

My buddy laughed at me last year when I showed up with a butt pad. He bought one as soon as we got back home! Now I'm even thinking about getting a chair like this: https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07SQYK4G6/ref=ox_sc_saved_title_5?smid=AVNQLT1TSMSF3&psc=1

AM.

 

[CAElkhunter]

I draw the line at chairs.....

 

[Attacking Mid]

Oh man, do I lose my man card if I do? ;-)

AM.

 

[Attacking Mid]

In my defense, I BADLY bruised my tailbone as a young teenager in a moment of stupidity involving a midwestern ice storm, a big hill, and ice skates. To this day, I struggle to sit on the ground - even on carpet, as my tailbone gradually reminds me of that one and only moment of ill judgement in my life.

So if you see me out in the woods sitting happily on my chair, don't judge!

AM.

 

[Elk97]

I'm using my wind checker constantly, Got a new one last year and love it. "Smoke in a Bottle "brand, better than any of the others I've used.
Boots- light, good ankle support, waterproof, and well broken (tested with heavy pack on steep ground).
Good mouth reeds that you know how to use.
Bonus- zip off merino bottoms.

 

[Hunt eat repeat]

#1 -Weapon. Tried to take one down with my bare hands once. What a rodeo that was.

 

[mlgc20]

1. Superfeet insoles
2. Alaska Guide Creations Bino pack
3. Kuiu Yukon Jacket

 

[Duck-Slayer]

I'm using my wind checker constantly, Got a new one last year and love it. "Smoke in a Bottle "brand, better than any of the others I've used.
Boots- light, good ankle support, waterproof, and well broken (tested with heavy pack on steep ground).
Good mouth reeds that you know how to use.
Bonus- zip off merino bottoms.

I really like the baby unicorn horn purple dust wind checker that DirtNap Gear makes. Best I’ve found, ran out and hope I can get more!
Matt

 

[Elkchaser54]

Weapon, ammo and license. Everything is just for comfort. Was the saying growing up... until I forgot my boots at home then Dad had to add Boots to the list. Haha

 

[Fullfan]

Matriarch cow call, wind checker, Crispi boots..

 

[Wassid82]

binos/spotter, back, boots

 

[Gapmaster]

Laffy taffys, my extra pillow, and my little Beard comb. Nothing feels better in the backcountry after 4-5 days of chasing bulls than combing the old beard. It’s magical...