He ask for a critique if his gear in his pack. Rather than being an antagonist to my post, you should focus on his question. My comment for self analysis of our hunting gear that we pack around is true and helps eliminate redundant items, and help us focus on the important gear. The process is never-ending and a continuously evolving process. As gear improves or our hunting style changes what we carry evolves.
Don’t need bears spray in the winter. Bears are sleeping
"A true conservationist is a man who knows that the world is not given by his fathers, but borrowed from his children." John James Audubon
Am I missing something here? Didn’t look like anything was antagonistic, just looks like some good constructive ideas so far.
Curious if that’s the bag you always run? Not trying to assume anything, but just based on some of the other high-end gear you have, I would think there would be a higher emphasis placed on meat-packing ability? Unless of course this is for a small game only trip.
I didn't think gloves were necessary either, until I cut my knuckle to the bone before shooting my moose this year. Had some rubber gloves with me and I am damn glad I had a way to bandage and protect my injury while gutting and quartering. Still took over a month to heal.
Clear alcohols are for rich women on diets...
I think the previous suggestion of a backup headlamp is good. I’d also add some lighters (I usually have a couple in ziplocks stuffed in my pack and a pocket) and fire starter in case you wind up in a bad situation e.g. hands get so cold you can’t prep tinder and strike your flint.
Great and cheap fire starter is cotton balls smeared with petroleum jelly. They burn forever! You can pack about ten cotton balls into a film canister.
"A true conservationist is a man who knows that the world is not given by his fathers, but borrowed from his children." John James Audubon