This packing list is to give you an idea of what I like to pack for a backpack Dall sheep hunting trip in Alaska. Everyone’s list will vary. Be sure to carry what you need, but cut as much extra weight as you safely can. Please email me with your ideas and suggestions. The same caliber as your hunting partner, if practical. Check with your Dr. and use correctly With spare bow string. And whatever else you need for your personal “medicine cabinet” I line my pack with a trash compactor bag.They are the warmest item you can carry per pound! Spare for headlamp and GPS.Vanguard Endeavors are hard to beat for value if you are shopping around. Or other lip balm. I don’t carry one if planning to do a European mount. Bring one light book. You may have a long wait or two! Broken in, waterproof hunting boots. I like all leather. Some like plastic boots. Waterproof camera and/or in ziplock bag. For emergency fire starting Filled with filtered/treated water unless you have a bottle filter.

A Gore-tex cap with a bill to keep the rain off your face, and earflaps. About 3-5 lbs in plastic soda bottles stashed at base camp/pickup point.Know the direction to camp, river, etc. Signal mirror is a plus. One 1 liter aluminum pot. I use my pot. 20 feet wrapped around your water bottle. Extra pair, just in case. Can be used as sewing thread, too. About 2 lbs. per day. Bring dry foods, rich in calories. I use one med. bottle in 10 days for my MSR stove. Two quality game bags.At least one per party. Know how to use it. Enter camps, pickup points, etc.They have lots of uses. It’s good if your GPS and headlamp use the same size batteries. LED headlamps are the way to go. Worthwhile for stream crossings, climbing, packing heavy weight, etc.If not, use with rain gear if needed. Two small, light, sharpened folding knives. Include 1 Swiss Army knife. Carry in two places. In a ziplock in a secured pocket One in a ziplock in an inside secured pocket, the other elsewhere.

Smartwool might be even better.Iridium best for Alaska. In clear, one gallon “freezer” ziplocks. Fold the map to show your area. In a waterproof container Pre-measure a length of parachute cord and it will have dual use.To wear over gloves or mittens if cold or wet Or some other blister treatment. Use it BEFORE you have blisters Great for field repairs. I carry with my dental floss. ALPS OutdoorZ Commander Freighter pack is a very good pack and a great value. SportHill Men’s Expedition Pants are my favorite, they are stretchy, comfortable and dry fast. They are often recommend by sheep hunters. Later in the season I often carry one pair of fleece pants. aka 550 cord is strong and the inner strands can be used separately if desired. Make sure you carry them on your flights. If you won’t be writing much, you can use the tip of a cartridge. Quality raingear, top and bottoms. Good for rain or wind protection. Helly Hansen Impertech is the choice of many that don’t trust breathable gear.

Sitka Gear makes outstanding breathable raingear for those that can afford it. I’ve had good luck with breathables. I’ve had to consult the game regs MANY times in the field.A familiar gun that YOU can shoot ACCURATELY. Rated to about 20 degrees. Down is lightest, but keep it dry! Line the stuff sack with a plastic bag. Closed cell foam or Therm-a-Rest. Good for insulation & comfort. I wear one pair wool and one pair liner socks. cube backpack frs 20Bring spare set of each. backpacker zone boracay reviewI also have one pair of warm socks I save for sleeping, only.backpacking kettle moraine The large, reinforced kind, NOT the thin ones as big as a cigarette pack.cs go backpack csgolounge

I have a Leupold 12-40 that I am really happy with. If you are going to use a spotting scope much in your hunting career, definitely get a good one! At least one per party. MSR white gas stoves for two or more folks. In a ziplock in a secured pocket. Bring a quality LIGHT tent. Fly should nearly reach the ground. Small tube of toothpaste. Carry one that fits your camera and your spotting scope. Giardia is NOT a myth. I favor Aquamira Drops.shibuya 109 backpack I always carry a couple extras. backpack formula eden eternalFor maps, carrying water, etc.mspc backpack Take a copy of your written agreement with the air taxi, listing pickup place and time and fees. The folks at home should have a copy, too.

Here is a list of some Dall Sheep hunting books and DVDs. Sheep Hunting in Alaska by Tony Russ is the book to get. For DVDs, I think it’s hard to beat Black Shale, White Sheep. © 2017 Outdoor Adventures Theme by Anders Noren — Up ↑At Kenetrek, we have had the incredibly good fortune of personally taking 14 mountain sheep and goats between us over the years.  Because of our experience hunting in the mountains, Bob and I are often asked what equipment we take along on our backpack hunts.  Although our lists change quite frequently, we have made available for download our latest and greatest backpack hunting equipment list.  Recognize that this type of hunt can be extremely brutal requiring you to carry all of your gear on your back at least 10 mountain miles every day.  Therefore lightweight everything is very important.  There is no room for creature comforts.  If you don't use it, you certainly don't want to carry it around on a 10 day hunt.  On the other hand, going too light can have catastrophic consequences!