PRO TIPS: A CHECKLIST FOR A FIRST SUCCESSFUL HUNT
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Hunting is one of the great outdoor activities. It requires different types of hunting equipment. Depending on the hunting type and place, the hunting gears have variations. But must-have equipment is usual for almost all hunting techniques. In this perspective, we have designed this article for those hunters who are new to this activity.
In this article, we have covered all equipment that you need to have for hunting. Along with developing your hunting skills, you have to collect equipment day by day.
Why are we extending this article with unnecessary words? Let’s check out the equipment you need to pick up to be a pro-level hunter!
BEFORE THE HUNT
Danger chases those who are not well-prepared to face it. That’s why people say- prevention is better than cure!
So, it is essential to take the preparation step by step. Here is a pre-start checklist for hunting-
- Hunter Safety Course
- Hunting License
- Driver’s License or other ID
- Deer Tag(s)
- Landowner Permission
- Setup Treestand/Blind
- Scent Reduced Clothing
DURING THE HUNT – EQUIPMENT
- Ammo
- Ammo Case
- Binoculars
- Rifle or Bow with Scope
- Backpack (Day or Multi-day)
- Knife Sharpener
- Toilet Paper
- Headlamp
- Food/Water
- GPS
- Scent Attractant
- Two-way Radios
- Dry Towel
- Batteries
- Hand Warmers
- Lighter/Matches
- Trail-marking Tape/Tacks
- Game Calls
- Seat/Cushion
DURING THE HUNT – CLOTHING
- Jacket
- Boots
- Inner Layer (Long Underwear)
- Socks
- Outer Layer (Puncture Resistant)
- Gloves
- Orange Vest (Check Area Regulations)
- Rainwear
- Orange Hat (Check Area Regulations)
AFTER THE HUNT
- Gutter Gloves
- Permanent Marker
- Processing Knives
- Cooler
- Butt-Out Tool
- Deer Drag
- Pelvic Saw
Make sure your weapon is cleaned and sighted in before your hunt.