Preparing Gears Needed for Hunting

Having your shotgun ready for a hunt is not enough for you to start your game. There are other things to consider like the gear you have to bring.

The exact gear you’ll want to take with you into the woods, mountains or wetlands will depend a lot on the game you are after, the time of year and how long you intend to stay in the great outdoors. There are basic rules of thumb that can help you select gear and figure out what to pack and bring along. Keep in mind, if you intend to camp, too, you’ll need more than what is listed here. When you’re buying or packing up your gear, make sure to take these points into account:

Camouflage is a must

If you want to help conceal yourself from your game and increase your chances of being able to get a shot off unnoticed, you will need camouflage. Know where you are going, what the seasonal colors are and try to adapt your purchases to meet the needs at hand.

Seasonal considerations should come into play

Beyond the coloration of your camouflage, you’ll also want to take seasonal temperatures into account when selecting gear. Dress appropriately for the time of year and even the time of day you intend to be out. Doing so will keep you more comfortable and increase your chances of being able to wait out the game for longer periods of time.

Think comfort

Comfort is often overlooked by beginning hunters. If you want to be able to exercise the kind of patience required to bring home the right game, you have to be able to stay outside for a while.

Don’t overlook safety gear

In most areas, it is against the law to hunt without proper reflective and safety gear. You have to be able to recognize other hunters from the game you are all after. At the very least, follow local laws in regard to gear to keep yourself out of hot water with hunting officials.

Props and tools that can help you on the hunt

Not every hunter feels the need to bring along props and tools to reel in game, but many do. The items you may want to consider will vary based on the game you are after. They can include, however, such things as scenting agents, game-specific calls, decoys, feeding corn and so on. These items can help you attract the animals you’re after, but they do not provide a guarantee.

Navigational tools

There is nothing fun about getting lost in the woods long after a hunt was supposed to end. To avoid this eventuality entirely, do consider bringing along a map, a compass or even a GPS device.

Emergency preparedness

Hunting in and of itself isn’t a dangerous sport, but accidents can happen. You want to be prepared for what may come your way by having a basic first aid kit tossed into your backpack. Bandages, antiseptic, bug bite ointment and so on can all prove very useful in the woods.

There is nothing wrong in becoming more prepared for a hunt not only for the weapon you will be using but also for the things that will support you in making a successful hunt. Great shot goes well with a great gear equipped.