The success of your Alaska hunt can be directly impacted by your choice of gear.

• Choose your equipment carefully. Purchase the best quality you can afford. That way you can spend your time hunting instead of dealing with broken or inadequate equipment.
   
• Sight in your weapon. Make sure you are comfortable and proficient with the weapon you plan to hunt with. Take the time to practice shooting long distances up to 300 yards. Bring the largest caliber you can shoot well.

Once you book your hunt, be sure to contact us regarding your gear. We'll go over each item with you and answer any questions you may have.

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Recommended Gear List For A 10 Day Hunt

NOTE: This gear list is for a guided hunt for during the month of September in Alaska. Hunts for at other times of the year will require adjustments in this list. This list is for reference only! Ask your guide about what equipment and personal clothing you’ll need for your hunt.

Clothing

• Socks, 10 pr. (Smart wool or Thor-lo)
• Underwear, 4-6 pr.
• Long underwear, top and bottom (med. wt. Polypro or equal- 1 pr.)
• Long underwear, top and bottom (lt. wt. Polypro or equal- 1 pr.)
• Pants, 2 pr. (med. wt. wool or 3SP mountain pant) You’ll wear one pair and have a spare
• Tee shirts, 4
• Long-sleeve shirts / sweaters, or hoodies
• Fleece vest or med. wt. pullover jacket or jacket
• Coat, 1 (med. wt.)
• Hat, 2 (1 for the sun and 1 for the cold)
• Gloves, 3 pr (1 lt. wt., 1 med. wt., 1 hvy wt.)
• Rain gear, 1 set (lt. wt. good quality)
• 1 extra rain coat, packable is good

Footwear

• Hip boots or waders
• Camp shoes, 1 pr. (light hikers or tennis shoes)
• Waterproof hunting boots 9” or higher
• Blister kit / mole skin

Sleeping

• Sleeping bag, 1 (0° to -30°F rating). Bag should include stuff sack. Talk to guide
• Sleeping pad, 1 (3/4 length X 1.5”, lt. wt.)

Hunting

• Rifle or bow
• Hard gun or bow case for travel to Alaska
• Soft or waterproof case for transporting weapon to field
• Ammunition (20 - 30 rounds) or arrows/points (10-18) Bow hunters should bring some blunts for grouse.
• Cleaning kit (compact)
• Binoculars
• Spotting scope and tripod (optional)
• Lens cleaning cloth
• Knife (Leatherman tool is best- no large belt knives)
• Sharpening tool
• Pack (must be able to haul at least 40-60 lbs. of gear)
• Rain cover for pack

Personal Items

• Water bottles, 2 (one liter size)
• Tooth brush and tooth paste
• Soap, small size
• Wash cloth, 1
• Towel, 1 (small)
• Deodorant, unscented (small size)
• Bug repellant (unscented)
• Sun screen and lip balm
• Glasses / contact lenses
• Sun glasses
• Medical supplies
• Vitamins or supplements

Miscellaneous

• Camera (bring spare batteries)
• Cards
• Out door repair kit (needle, safety pins, small amount of duct tape, spare pack frame pins, etc.)
• Head lamp & spare bulb / batteries
• Knee / ankle braces if applicable
• Small garbage bags and zip lock bags for clothing and personal gear while on the trail
• Matches or lighter
• Diary and pens
• Reading material

Your guide will provide all other items.  If you have any questions about your gear, don’t hesitate to ask before the hunt. All items you take into the field should have a total aggregate weight of 70 lbs. or less, not including your weapon. Avoid cotton clothing and down filled garments if possible.

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