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Another thing is I use foam ear plug to plug my muzzle to keep water/snow/mud/dirt out
DANG !!! Why haven't I ever thought of that? This what I love about THR, I just learned something, THANK YOU!
Another thing is I use foam ear plug to plug my muzzle to keep water/snow/mud/dirt out
definitely need a packhorse to help haul all that stuff. Wow. If you wear glasses, bring a spare pair, and a strap to keep them on you. Especially when on horseback or on slippery slopes. They tend to break if you fall on your face, knock them off flailing for balance, etc. If you seriously need them and have no spare, there went your hunt, right there.
I operate on two theories:Carry items
Hunting license and taqs
Randall Knife
GPS
Maps
Compass
Binoculars
Extra cartridges
FRS Radio
Flashlight
Whistle
Muzzle tape
Flip-up scope protectors
Rifle
Canteen
Pack items
Gerber Saw
25’ rope
Fire starter
Cleaning Rod
Matches
Down vest
Foam pad
Space blanket
Lens paper
Toilet paper
Trash bags
Spare batteries
Flagging tape
Clothing
Gore-Tex Parka
Waffle weave underwear
Flannel shirt
Battle Dress trousers
Heavy socks (4 pr)
Gore-tex socks
Thinsulate liners
Insulated boots
Stocking caps (3)
Orange vest
Wool gloves
Mittens -- big enough to wear over the gloves
Here's a tip. Go to Wal Mart and get an ankle brace -- you'll find them in the foot care department. They have a padded section that will protect you there.My medial malleolus or that knot on the inside of your ankle lines up with the seam between the rubber and leather and it eats a hole in my ankl