Working Gear List First Sheep Hunt - thoughts?

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I have looked at darn near every post in the sheep subclass. I am 57 and going on my first sheep hunt this fall the first 14 days of September. It is for Dalls in the NW corner of BC. It is a horseback hunt in that we will use horses, but there will be days when we back pack for 3-5 days. I am in good shape now for my age, and will be in a lot better by the time the hunt starts. I am working on my list now because my work can eat up lots of free time for months at a time. I do not have to bring or pack my food, cooking items, or tent. While I am in good shape, I am only about 165 lbs and 6 feet tall. So 50 lbs on me is about 1/3 of my body and 50 lbs on a 240 lb person is less than a 1/4. And, to be honest, I can walk or run most people 1/2 my age into the ground, but weight on my back is my Achilles heel.

I could cut the list below by getting a lighter bag such as a Stone Glacier. I could use the guides range finder. I could go without gators, or get Grunman puffy pants which are a bit lighter than the Kuiu. If you have any suggestions, let me know. I will need the Anker power bank. I am diabetic and wear a glucose Libre 3 monitor. I do not like to be out without being able to watch my glucose levels. So the 17 ounce batter is a must. Thanks in advance.

 
Just glancing at it.
Your belt is very heavy. Search belt threads on here. My Eddie Bauer belt is 2 oz.
I would not take a synthetic puffy and a down puffy.
I would take a box of ammo in case you need to adjust zero after the flight
 
Just glancing at it.
Your belt is very heavy. Search belt threads on here.
I would not take a synthetic puffy and a down puffy.
I would take a box of ammo in case you need to adjust zero after the flight
Thanks. Yes, I will have a couple boxes at base camp. I may even have a full box with the horses. I just had not planned on taking more than 10 when we are away with packs. Will look at belts. I will say that Patagonia belt is a great belt. Cinch it tight and it stays tight.
 
Thanks. Yes, I will have a couple boxes at base camp. I may even have a full box with the horses. I just had not planned on taking more than 10 when we are away with packs. Will look at belts. I will say that Patagonia belt is a great belt. Cinch it tight and it stays tight.
I actually missed the part about horses somehow. Take the kitchen sink and enjoy the hunt.
 
This is pretty bare bones and lite.

A couple of thoughts:
- hand warmers are awesome if you are on horseback and weight isn’t an issue.
- ditch the axis and bring your warmest down
- be prepared to size up in boots and wear two sets of socks
- insulated plastic mug is awesome with coffee singles
- power bank is about 7oz heavier than a nitecore
 
I try for a pack weight of about 55lbs or less for 7-8 days. Food is included and generally is about 12 ish of that 55lbs. Sheep hunts are bare bone by nature and lack in amenities, but if you have horses packing in, bring more than you need and Taylor your load for the day(s). In shape for your age…..I’m not sure what that means but those mountains don’t care about your age. I was 57 on my hunt last year and felt like my legs were getting stronger every day and hope to be at it for a few more. Sheep hunts can be a grind….be ready for it. It’s like no other hunt.
 
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