I have relocated to the mountain West and figured I would try to get an Elk tag this year, if I cannot draw one I will get an OTC tag. I really do not plan on shooting one this year, but I am going to get out there and put in the work. I will be prepared in case a real dumb Elk doesn't hear/smell me and stands still long enough. I have backpacked several times. I just got a used hunting pack and I am trying to put together a gear list for the Fall. This should be in August/Sept of this year. When I am backpacking I run this setup and I am good down to 25 degrees or so. I have taken the quilt down to 18 and been ok but never far from the vehicle. I have added some items I think I will need to hunt plus their actual weight. My bow is in the shop now so I am guessing on the weight. Ill update the list next week. One thing that sticks out on my list is the knife weight. I am hesitant to ditch the sheath due to those razor sharp OutdoorEdge blades. Depending on where I am hunting I may ditch the bladder if 2 32oz bottles will work. Any input would be appreciated. I am disappointed that my setup without food and water will be around 30#. I figure 5# water and 1.5# food per day so really I will probably be 45# by the time I hit the trail. Here is the link to my current setup.
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