General Hunting Checklist
(what every hunter needs)
- License/Tag/Permit
- Hunting regulations
- Rifle/Shotgun/Bow
- Ammo/Arrows
- Gun case
- Hat (with a wide brim for good sun protection)
- Jacket
- Shirts/Sweaters
- Gloves
- Pants/Bibs
- Long underwear top
- Long underwear bottoms
- Extra socks
- Hunting boots
- Headlamp/Flashlight (with extra batteries)
- Knife
- Daypack
- Canteen/Water bottle/Hydration system
- First aid kit
- Camera
Hunt-Specific Lists
(add these items to your general list)
For Big Game:
- Binoculars/Spotting scope
- Game call
- Waterproof jacket
- Camo mask
- Hiking boots (work better than hunting boots for some hunts)
- GPS/Map and compass
- Trash bags
- Zip-close baggies
- Surveyor’s tape
- High-energy snacks
- Knife sharpener
- Bone saw
- Bug repellent
- Scent neutralizing spray
- Survival extras (Space blanket, lighter/waterproof matches, fire sticks/steel wool, signal mirror, whistle, water purifier/tablets)
- Parachute cord or dense rope (12’)
- Pen/Pencil
For Small Game:
- Work jacket (canvas or other tough material)
- Hunting vest (with game pouch)
- Work boots
- Game call
- Sunglasses
- Map and compass
- Trash bags
- Snacks
- Suntan lotion
For Waterfowl:
- Waders
- Game call
- Decoys
- Sunglasses
- Face mask
- Dog gear: Food, whistle, leash, booties, etc.
- Trash bags
- Suntan lotion
For Upland Birds:
- Work jacket (canvas or other tough material)
- Hunting vest (with game pouch)
- Work boots
- Sunglasses
- Canteen or water container
- Dog gear: Food, whistle, leash, booties, etc.
- Suntan lotion
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