1st flyin moose hunt

[flyboy]

So I am already booked and set to go on my 1st flyin moose hunt. I have been making a list for 2 months of everything I will need. Of course I will forget something essential. so................. WHAT IS THE MUST HAVE'S FOR A FLYIN?? THROW ME YOUR 1 ESSENTIAL THING AND I WILL CHECK IT AGAINST MY LIST. TKS FOR EVERYONES INPUT.

[elkhunterette]

That's something that I have always wanted to do, where you going, how much is it and is there a site that I can look at?

[Rupert Retired]

Make sure you have bug dope. I flew in once with my son on a goat hunt, as the plane was leaving (and the bugs were swarming) I realized what I had forgot to bring. During the hunt wasn't too bad, but in camp was aweful without the bug dope! As it was, my son bagged a B&C goat, so there was that...

[2chodi]

Meat bags and meat tent (if you have room).

[Steelpulse]

Don't forget ammo, tags, matches, compass, knives, sharpener of some kind, the basics are the easiest to over look, other than that haventt don't a fly in, justt finished school so a close to home hunter for now

[Sofa King]

wait..................you can hunt flyin' moose?

[HarryToolips]

I have a campin checklist that includes all my hunting stuff...werks 99% of the time...

[markomoose]

Don't forget the TP or you'll run outta socks?

[Sofa King]

Don't forget the TP or you'll run outta socks?

I use my pockets first.

[Sitkaspruce]

One thing we discovered a long time ago is to bring those 5 gallon cooking oil pails. We pack them full of stuff for the flight in ( they take 35 beer....not 36, so drink at least the one while packing them in). They come in handy for so many things.....water pail, seats, dry storage, meat/cape storage..the skys the limit. Plus they stack nicely on the plane to make more room.

Good luck, take lots of pictures and post up your results.

Cheers

SS

[Grousedaddy]

Batteries and make sure everything electric is charged and working a little foldable solar panel and inverter if need be

[eddy p]

a spare scope just in case, things do happen

[M.Dean]

I'd say a decent set of rain pants and jacket, they work just great to have on when your gutting that 68 inch Bull your going to get! Good Luck!

[Skull Hunter]

Not really a necessity, but a come along is always nice on a moose hunt.

[buford19]

Zodi shower, or at least the pump. Nothing like a warm shower after dealing with your moose.

[boxhitch]

You will be spending a lot of long hours watching the lake . Bring reading material or games

[Grousedaddy]

Forgot to mention a FLESHLIGHT no typo there just google it

[j270wsm]

Forgot to mention a FLESHLIGHT no typo there just google it

Dont tell your hunting partner you brought it, or offer to share

[Salmon Belly]

Scotch to celebrate.

SB

[Jager]

key for the trigger lock and bolt for the rifle
wet naps
head lamp

[Bugle master]

First aid kit with needle and thread in case you need to fix your self up. Might save your or your hunting partners life being able to stitch a bad cut up. Oh and roll of duct tape, 1000 uses even in the bush. Have a great trip!

[deadlyshot19]

Whenever I'm out in the bush I always pack a very small bag with a lighter, candle, garbage bag and thermal blanket. I always keep this on my person, the weather changes quickly and you never know when you will have to spend a night away from camp..

[warnniklz]

Take bear bait... ie an "ok" hunting partner. Don't go wasting good hunting partners, they're harder to replace.

[buck nash]

try to think of what could go wrong and a have way to mend it or a back up.

make sure you've got a good first aid kit. help is a long way off. include things like steri-strip, quick clot and a sharp needle and dental floss. I also like to throw in a few of those little finger condoms in case you nick a finger while field dressing.

don't forget your fishing gear for when you tag out early.

I don't know how many in your party but its a good idea to bring a spare rifle in case of failure. one spare for your group could save the trip.

why don't you post your list so we can see if there's any glaring omissions? also to give others ideas they might have missed.

[Philcott]

Spot2 or other signaling device.

[Stone Sheep Steve]

Depends on how many people and what kind of plane you'e chartering.

Small wall tent and stove/pipes
chainsaw/gas/ oil/axe/kindling/swede saw etc if there is firewood available
Lots of rope/game bags for hanging game/extra tarps(more than you think you will need)
small wooden plywood that you can leave behind
propane tank/hoses/stove/lantern/mantles ect
folding shovel


Try to use rubbermaid containers or similar for smaller gear. Pilots like them.


inflatable boat...... if one available

[chelseashandler]

extra set of batteries for the head lamp

[XPEIer]

Extra SD cards for your cameras, and change them often. Nothing like having an entire trip on one card and then sending the camera into the drink. At least you may save a few pics by switching often.

Dont take this wrong, but hand lotion. I find by day 4 in moose camp my hands are cracking and hurting, especially if everything is wet.

xpeier

[BCHunterFSJ]

Baby wipes!
Fully charge your camera battery before you leave...
Prescription medications.

[Steelwheels]

I use my pockets first.

Depends.......

[dhog]

when weight is an issue whiskey is lighter then beer

[Liveforthehunt]

Lol lots of humor and great suggestions lots of knives and Steele you can never have too many

[Darksith]

Im surprised no one has said a kitchen sink lol!

If the plane is big enough, I would be taking anything to be comfy at camp. That being said you aren't there to hang out at camp, you are there to hunt. Focus on the essentials required to be comfortable and efficient at hunting not so much camping. Remember there will be bugs, remember that you are all alone, health and safety is first, booze and women second!

[longstonec]

An Airplane???