Planning an upcoming hunting trip? We’ve put together this hunting checklist to help you stay organized. Our list covers just about everything you’ll need, including gear, clothing, overnight gear, emergency supplies and any other items that might come in handy out in the field.
Hunting Gear
- Maps
- Compass or GPS
- Hunting Pack
- Water bottle or hydration bladder
- Blaze orange tape for route marking
- Decoys and game calls
- Scent eliminators
- Scent attractors
- Ground blind or portable tree stand
- Game carrier (sled/cart/or rope)
- Cooler
- Odorless insect repellent
- Sunscreen
Hunting Clothing
- Hunting jacket or convertible parka
- Hunting pants
- Hunting vest
- Hunting boots
- Performance base layer or long underwear
- Moisture-wicking socks
- Winter watch cap or beanie
- Hat (blaze orange, if required)
- Fingerless gloves or convertible mittens
- Camo balaclava/face mask
- Belt
- Boot gaiters
- Spare clothing
Overnight Gear
- Tent
- Ground cloth or tent footprint
- Sleeping bag
- Foam ground pad or inflatable pad
- Flashlight/headlamp/lantern
- Camp chair/stool/seat pad
- Water purifier/filter
- Water jug
- Meals and snacks
- Camping stove
- Mess kit/utensils/cooking supplies
- Garbage bag
- Rope or nylon webbing
- Biodegradable camp soap
- Scrubbing sponge and Washcloth
- Small shovel/trowel
- Toilet paper
- Bear bag with rope or cord
- Tent/tarp patch kit
Emergency and Survival Gear
- First Aid Kit
- Emergency blanket
- Small flashlight
- Signal mirror
- Water purification tablets
- Windproof matches
- Firesteel/flint and steel
- Fire starting supplies
- Small sewing kit
- Safety pins
- Survival knife or multi-tool
- Portable saw
- Energy bar
- Aspirin/pain reliever
- Cell phone