SPRING BEAR HUNT
ITINERARY
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Absolutely
no alcohol!
- Hunting license
- Rifle (.270 minimum), rifle sling
- Ammunition (two box minimum)
- Binoculars
- Knife
- Day pack
- Camera & film
- Flashlight & spare batteries (AA or AAA
recommended) * Each hunter is provided with the use of a headlamp.
- Waterproof jacket and pants (Gore-Tex or Dry-Plus
lined clothing is great)
- Blaze orange vest (400 sq. inch minimum)
- Waterproof hunting boots (air-grip or air-bob
sole recommended)
- Hunting pants (wool recommended, fleece or saddle
cloth will also work)
- Hunting jacket (same as above, there is an
advantage to layering-- helps with changing temperatures)
- All
clothing must be quiet!!!
- Polypropylene or thermax type underwear tops and
bottoms (different weights are nice for changes in temperatures)
- Gloves: cotton type gloves for warmer days,
insulated for colder, pair of waterproof nice.
- Hat: stocking hat, baseball cap, brimmed hat
(something waterproof recommended)
- Water bottle or canteen
- Personal items: toothbrush, toothpaste, razor,
shampoo, soap, lip balm, towels, etc.
- Optional equipment: leg gaiters (quiet), neck
scarf, hand warmers,
aspirin, sunglasses
Weather Conditions: The precipitation is generally rain, but snow is
possible. Normal morning temps are
20-40 degrees and daytime temps, 50-70 degrees. Some days may not warm more than 40 degrees as storm fronts pass.
Prepare for snow in the high country.
Physical conditioning: The country is rugged, ranging in elevations over
5200 feet. To enhance one’s enjoyment
of a hunt, and increase chances at larger trophy animals, top physical
conditioning is recommended. Training
that exercises the legs and lungs is most important