What to Pack for your Archery Hunt
Packing the right gear and equipment can significantly impact your hunting experience. Please take this time to review and update your gear, making sure you have everything you need for a successful elk hunting trip with Teepee Creek Outfitters. Here is our essential list of what archery hunters need to bring on a backcountry hunt trip with us!
When considering outdoor gear, it's crucial to remember that good brands are not essential, but quality often comes with a price. In this regard, we recommend considering reputable options such as Stone Glacier, Kuiu, Sitka, First Lite, Duckworth. Each of these brands is known for producing durable and high-performance gear that can enhance your outdoor experience. By investing in gear from these brands, you are likely to receive products that meet your expectations and withstand the demands of your adventures.
Items Needed:
HUNTING LICENSE AND TAGS *Keep these essential documents in a secure, waterproof bag.
BOW & ARROWS *Make sure your bow is tuned, arrows are in good condition, and you have extras. We recommend a heavier-weight arrow over a lightweight one (somewhere in the 500-600 total arrow weight). We also recommend Iron Will broadheads, but any fixed-blade broadhead will work fine. We DO NOT recommend mechanical broadheads. Practice with your set-up and be proficient up to 60 yards.
*Do not wait until the last minute to shoot or sight in your bow for the first time! Practice, practice, practice! Be comfortable and confident with your bow before bringing it on your hunt.
BOW SLING! This is an ESSENTIAL item. You must use a bow sling when riding horseback for comfort to and from locations.
HIGH-QUALITY HIKING BOOTS *We recommend Kenetrek, Crispi, La Sportiva, or Schnees boots.
DO NOT WAIT TO BREAK IN YOUR HUNTING BOOTS- Break in your boots well before your hunt, ensuring you are comfortable and ready to hike.
TOP AND BOTTOM THERMALS *Try to get wool!
TOP AND BOTTOM OUTER LAYERS
RAIN GEAR- ESSENTIAL
PUFFY COAT
HIGH-QUALITY WOOL SOCKS
HEADLAMP
HIKE PACK *You do not need a giant frame pack- just a good quality day pack will be great!
SLEEPING BAG *Your pick! We recommend a +15-degree bag or colder. (expect 20-30 degree nights and potentially up to 80 degrees during the days)
GLASSING PAD
BINOS- Either 8x42 or 10x42
RANGE FINDER
HYDRATION SYSTEM- Able to hold at least 1 liter of water.
WATER FILTRATION- Water tablets or Steripen in case of emergency. We will have water filtration systems in the camp.
KILL KIT- Game bags, Nitrile Gloves, Knife, Knife Sharpener, Small Sandwich Ziplock Bag, Electrical Tape
CAMP SHOES- Bring some comfortable shoes to slip on and wear around when you are at camp!
Rest assured, Teepee Creek Outfitters have your back during your archery hunt in the backcountry. Trust in our expertise to make your hunting experience memorable and successful. Please do not hesitate to text or call us with any questions about the packing list. We want you to be 100% prepared for your experience.
