Trip Checklists
Hunting Trip Checklist
The following is a convenient checklist to help you plan for your next guided trip with Bear Trap Outfitters. With our guided trips, you are required to supply your own hunting gear, season-appropriate clothing, and personal items.
Underclothes for Layering
______Long underwear – regular or insulated
______Wool socks – moisture wicking wool socks are best
______Long sleeve t-shirts or light weight shirts preferably with pockets
______Insulated jacket or vest – goose down insulation provides maximum warmth with the least weight and bulk
Camouflage Clothing
______Cargo pants – fleece or wool – WINDSTOPPER® fabric, GORE-TEX® fabric, waterproof – preferably with many pockets
______Hats – one warm fleece stocking cap and one fitted baseball-type hat
______Gloves – one light pair, one heavy pair – wool, waterproof
______Outer coat – heavy, wool, cotton, waterproof
______Rain gear, parka, or shell to cover all outer layers – nylon or rubber – waterproof, not water-repellent or water-resistant
______Comfortable pair of slip-on camp boots or shoes
______Boots with good tread (2) pair –
Hunting boot – waterproof, insulated, GORE-TEX® material, 600-800 gram, 8″ – 10″ high – leather is best;
Hiking boot – light, waterproof, insulated, GORE-TEX® material, 200- 400 gram, 6″ – 8″ high
______ Waterproof, breathable high gaiters (also known as alpine or expedition gaiters)
Personal Items
______Orange vest
______Sleeping bag – down is lighter and warmer than synthetic – pack in a waterproof stuff sack
______Toiletry items
______Sun glasses
______Sun screen
______Prescription glasses or contact lens kit
______Prescription medications
______Lip balm
______Wash cloth
______Hand towel
______Unscented baby wipes
______Moleskin
______Insect repellent lotion (seasonal)
______Lighter
______Hunting knife or pocket tool
______Waterproof matches
______First aid kit
______Fire starting kit
______Cow call
______Water bottle or canteen
______Hand warmers
______Foot warmers (optional)
______Map of the area being hunted (optional)
______Camera and extra batteries
______Travel alarm clock
______Watch
______Binoculars – 8 power is sufficient, 10 power is best
______Rangefinder binoculars (optional)
______Handheld GPS unit (optional)
______Flashlight or headlamp and extra batteries
______Small pack, backpack, or fanny pack
______High protein snacks (optional)
Rifle Hunting
______Hunting license
______Ammunition – 1-2 boxes
______Ammunition carrier
______Rifle sling
______Scope cover
______Earplugs
Archery Hunting
______Archery stamp
______Hunting bow with string silencers
______Sling for bow
______Hard case for bow
______Allen wrenches, pliers
______Extra peep sight
______Broadhead sharpening hones, file, or replacement blades