Guided Horseback Elk Hunt Equipment List

[jahaze]

Ok,

It's time for me to get serious about my packing list. The outfitter provided a list, but it's always better to ask random people on the internet what they suggest.

I can bring no more than 2-bags weighing 30-lbs each. I will be in an outfitters camp, so no food, shelter, cots, stover (or other heavy things required). I know I need my gun, some ammo, and binos, boots, cloths, you know, basic stuff. Any other suggestions? Kegerator? Hot tub, massage table?...


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[JoeB]

I always take uncented baby wipes or similar to freshen myself, get's dusty sometimes fallowing other hoarses. Any snacks like jerkey or gummies/candy bars or protein bars or anything else you may want to make your trip better for you. Can you take your own pillow? thats a win for me for better sleep. sleeping bag too. Rain geaqr incase of heavy snow/rain. Binocs to help your guide locate animals, participate you'r not there to sit and wait for them to lead you to game. If they see you going all in helping on your hunt they may go harder for you!!

 

[Yoteassasin]

Man this thread makes me sad . Ya of course bring binos ,And a damn spotter with a tripod. Don’t pull the ms. Daisy with no gear . At that point you may just need to ride side saddle

 

[jahaze]

Man this thread makes me sad . Ya of course bring binos ,And a damn spotter with a tripod. Don’t pull the ms. Daisy with no gear . At that point you may just need to ride side saddle

Will ridding side saddle help? I don't want my ball sack to get hung up on the saddle horn.


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[DeepI In The Rut]

As mentioned above, wipes. I like the Duke Cannon Cold Shower wipe. Baby wipes are good too, but the Duke Cannon ones are larger and have some texture for a good full body wipe down. Gold Bond powder is a nice luxury. Grakksaw boot dryer is nice to get rid of moisture or wet boots.

 

[rvalleyp]

mole skin, and a spare pair of boots

 

[Recurve Man]

Few small things to take are chapstick, big bandaids, ibuprofen, wipes like others mentioned. I also have a powder I take for clotting blood. Never know what can happen while hiking or breaking down an animal. Half roll of black tape. Small knife sharpener. All things I’ve mentioned are in my pack and take up no room. If you’ve never been in the snow or wet mountains have a good pair of gaiters. They are a must in my book.


Shane

 

[Colorado Cowboy]

If you don't ride a lot, then you need to get some padded tight fitting bicycle riding shorts. I did a 33 mile, 9 hour horseback outfitted hunt and they really helped. Little or no soreness on my inner thighs and I was 72 years old.

 

[Tobe_B]

Will ridding side saddle help? I don't want my ball sack to get hung up on the saddle horn.


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It definitely helps. Makes it easier to pack a rifle on your saddle so it isn’t rubbing your leg the entire ride.

Pack some extra footwear. Something comfortable that’s easy on and off for camp. But don’t try and help with the horses in some soft toed shoes, you’ll regret it quickly. I’d take some type of hot hands or pocket warmers depending on the season. If you don’t ride much, your extremities are going to get pretty cold from lack of movement after a long period of sitting in the saddle.

If packing snacks for yourself, make it something that isn’t fragile. Bags of chips or crackers just get crushed, chocolate bars sitting in saddle bags often melt and get soft from the horses body heat.


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[EdP]

If you don't ride a lot, then you need to get some padded tight fitting bicycle riding shorts. I did a 33 mile, 9 hour horseback outfitted hunt and they really helped. Little or no soreness on my inner thighs and I was 72 years old.

This is great advice. I don't use bicycle shorts with the padded insert but do use compression shorts. The slick fabric slides on your skin and doesn't absorb sweat and bunch up like cotton. Think of it as a liner sock for your bottom.

 

[Crowmangler]

Speaking from experience:
Let's assume you'll be riding early am & late evenings in the dark. Possible cold weather / snow, sleet
For blowing snow bring a balaclava & a ball cap/ cowboy hat.
You're gonna get slapped by branches so plan on bringing extra of small important stuff because you're probably gonna lose one of everything. Gloves, toboggan, headlamp, etc. (Speaking of headlamps make sure yours can do green/ red light, not just white)
I'd bring lined leather (treated with waterproofing) just for riding so you don't F up your good hunting gloves
Definitely rain gear. I watched a guy ride 3 hours on a horse in cold wet snow & he did not look happy.
Don't laugh but bring a pair of clear safety glasses (in a case) for riding in the dark

 

[Marble]

Will ridding side saddle help? I don't want my ball sack to get hung up on the saddle horn.


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A little buddy heater can be nice, but they are bulky and you'll need fuel. Some outfitters keep them in camp for bigger storms and snow that makes finding dry wood tough.

Don't wear jeans on the ride in. The rivets will cause hell on you.

If you can grab a few hay strings and keep them handy, they are very nice to use for securing stuff.

Be curious to see what the outfitter suggested.

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[Marble]

A hooded heavy jacket for when I ride. I leave it at the house.

I always wear a hood so snow, debris, sticks, etc. don't fall down my shirt.

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[rayporter]

gaiters

most hunting pants are short compared to riding jeans. this leaves a gap above your shoes that cold air and water can get in. same for rain pants. sitting in the saddle will shorten the already short legs so gaiters are a big help in the wet or cold.

 

[WCB]

This is WAY to general of a question....besides basic hunting gear I would assume you have a small first aid (band aids, asprin, etc).

Keep your hunting pack light and minimal. ZERO reason you should need anywhere near 2 30lb bags.

Your own packable sleeping bag and pillow would be recommended even if they say they cover that. Don't show up like one of our cooks with a family sized canvas bed roll and two giant duffle bags. Took one whole animal for that guys shit.

I'd also be interested in outfitter list....or know what is in your standard pack. Because there are very few things you should need to bring different than you do for a normal hunting day other than extra clothes. And even that
besides socks and undies for every day...you should be able to get by with only two sets of clothing.

 

[jahaze]

I'll post the recommended list tomorrow. It's pretty basic and did not include many of the items listed so far. I appreciate all the suggestions.


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