HUNTS

        

Always remember that the weather is unpredictable in Wyoming.  Use layers of clothing so they can be removed or added as needed.  Be sure to pack warmer clothing for late in the season, October through February, lighter during August and September.

Please Note: 

There is a 40 pound weight limit per person for our wilderness pack trip hunts.

 

List of recommended gear and clothing:

  • License, valid for species and area you are hunting

  • Conservation stamp

  • Rifle - .270 or larger sighted in at 150 yards

  • 20 - 40 rounds of ammunition

  • Flashlight with batters (headlamps work best)

  • Sunglasses

  • Lip balm

  • Sleeping bag (medium to heavyweight)

  • Pillow

  • Hunting knife

  • Camera and film

  • Binoculars

  • Matches in waterproof container (lighter)

  • A break down fishing rod

  • Small day pack (Badlands Super Day works very well)

  • Travel alarm clock

  • Water bottle

  • Personal medications as needed

  • Personal items:  Shaving kit, wash cloth, towel, toothbrush, etc.

  • Game bags (4)

  • Soft sided duffel bag (aprox 24" length and 13" diameter)

Recommended Clothing:

  • Medium weight winter jacket

  • Insulated underwear (medium weight)

  • Insulated gloves (mittens are the warmest)

  • Warm cap

  • Raingear

  • Wool socks and lightweight socks

  • Hiking boots with good ankle support (Meindl 200 gram models)

  • For late hunts we recommend Meindl 800 gram model boots

  • Fluorescent orange hat and vest

  • Pants suitable for layering (jeans, wool)

  • Flannel or wool shirts

  • "Windstopper" garments are a good choice for layering

  • Wool garments work well in all seasons

Archery Gear:

  • Bow with extra string and buss cables

  • Detachable quiver and sights

  • One dozen arrows with cut on impact broadheads (no mechanicals)

  • Recommended arrow weight of 400 grains or more

  • Extra release or finger tabs/gloves

  • Camouflage clothing fleece type or equivalent

  • Camouflage face makeup/head net

  • Bugle and grunt tube, cow call

  • Arm guard (for bulky clothing)

  • String wax, Allen wrenches, extra peep

  • Hardside bow case

Optional:

  • Leg gaiters

  • Liquor

  • Candy

  • Western hat and boots

  • Chaps

  • Range finders

  • Back up bow

  • Spotting scope

What NOT to bring:

  • Foam pad

  • Saddle/Saddle Bags

  • Suitcases

  • Noisy plastic clothing

Contact Persons:

Cort Feeley (307) 587-1713

Bob Willocks (865) 567-3616