First Sheep Hunt (Sept 2017)

[Rookie Hunter]

I second this one just got back ,shot 2 rams my partner got stung by a hornet on the nose while packing out our sheep. had abad reaction . thought he was going to die on me . took him about 1.5 hrs to recover from the sting . almost passed out. wish i had a epi pen there.

good call sharpish

Yikes, noted. Glad he made it out OK.

[labguy]

Moleskin for your feet. If you get a blister or a hot spot you'll be glad u had some along...

[bloody bellies]

Turned sixty in April and headed into retirement I somehow thought it was a good idea to do my first back pack caribou hunt (my wife always says she married a nice guy not a smart guy). Have hunted for 45+ years but have never done a pack trip and had no gear for this type of trip. The lists posted by members on this site have been very helpful in pointing me in the right direction, and I have received some good advice and purchased gear from some of the experienced members. It does seem though that the lists I have read must be from younger hunters as I see no mention of an AED or a supply of depends. Good luck on your hunt Rookie Hunter. Hopefully we will be seeing your photos soon.

Preparation H as well

[drum_boy101]

Looking forward to hearing the story on your podcast!

[j270wsm]

More bullets...........personally, 12 rounds doesn't seem like enough to me. I'd take a few extra incase you run into something with big claws and teeth

[Rookie Hunter]

More bullets...........personally, 12 rounds doesn't seem like enough to me. I'd take a few extra incase you run into something with big claws and teeth

Fair statement lol!

[todbartell]

ammo is heavy and likely you'll never need more than 8, let alone 12

[Scance]

thanks all.. I'm heading on my first stone sheep hunt as well in September this site is really helpful.. Salt ? and trekking poles ? Have to say it is great to see experienced hunters sharing knowledge and helping out others.

[albravo2]

Great list! My two cents:
- trekking poles are a must.
- gps is redundant if you have inreach and cell phone.
- knife sharpener redundant if you have a havalon + spare blades
- I am too lazy to carry a pillow. I roll up clothes for that purpose.

[eric]

Do not forget the trekking poles.
Last yr on our hike in, the first morning woke up to 3 inches of fresh snow.
The poles help so much when side hilling, unbelievable.
Will be taking an epi pen this yr as well, my son/hunting partner has allergies to animal hair, never know just how bad his allergies will be.
Good luck