As you get ready for your next hunting trip, there are
likely several things on your “must have” list. Obviously, you’ll want to bring
a sturdy pair of boots, several layers of clothing, and your favorite hunting
gear. But other items might arise that you forgot about, and will regret
leaving behind. Though you probably don’t have much room in your bag or want to
lug a ton of extras around, here are some vital items you should definitely
consider bringing.
1. Camera
Shoot more than just animals by bringing a camera along –
and we’re not talking about your smartphone. Grab a good, solid camera (like a
GoPro) and snap pictures of the wildlife, sunrises, or even take a “selfie.”
2. Bear Spray
If you’re hunting in bear county , come prepared with some bear
spray. This special canister acts like pepper spray with a spray range of up to
40 feet. It doesn’t hurt the bear, and it’s said to be more effective than
shooting at them.
3. First Aid Kit
The woods can be a very dangerous place. Whether you get cut
from a fall or you have an allergic reaction to a certain kind of plant, it’s
important to have the
tools necessary to take care of any medical problem until you can get
professional help.
4. Overnight Hygiene
Kit
You may be roughing it, but that doesn’t mean you won’t want
to bring a few hygiene essentials such as a wash cloth, hand soap, and your
toothbrush. Also, be sure to bring a roll of toilet paper for when nature
calls!
5. Extra Batteries
You’re likely relying on batteries for several important
gadgets, from your GPS to your cell phone. Don’t get lost in the middle of the
woods just because your gadgets die. Make sure you bring extra batteries.
6. Rope
Rope is useful for a number of things when you’re hunting,
but one of the handiest is for pulling things up into your tree stand, rather
than trying to do it by carrying each item up one by one. Using a rope is much
safer – you don’t want to have to use that first aid kit you brought!
7. Scent Killer Wipes/Spray
Animals can smell your scent from miles away. It’s a good
idea to wash your clothes in unscented soap, but after a while, that won’t be
enough. Scent killing wipes and spray can help take care of the rest. Nifty
huh?
8. Snacks
Hunting is often a waiting game, and it’s not exactly easy
to whip up something to eat when you’re perched high in a tree. Instead, pack
easy-to-eat, lightly scented snacks, like apple slices or carrot sticks.
Avoid prepackaged and highly odorous snacks that will give away your position.
9. Zip Ties
These have several uses when you’re hunting, from tying back
pesky tree branches, to tagging your carcasses. They’re easy and quick to
attach, and they can come in handy when you’re in a pinch.
10. All Weather
Notepad
A notepad is a very useful tool for tracking progress,
writing down important GPS locations, and keeping a record of your hunting
adventures. However, just any old notepad won’t do.
You need one that can
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What are your favorite
hunting items to bring along on your adventures?
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