> Conditions:

Cold, wet, and often windy (especially spring)

Hiking & glassing in wet/cold terrain

> Documents & Essentials

Valid Hunting License

Caribou Locking Tag

Harvest Tickets

Government-issued photo ID

Flight itinerary & contact list

Outfitter’s contact info

Small notebook and pen

Waterproof map/area info (optional)

> Clothing – Layering System

(Temps vary greatly—expect cold mornings, wind, rain, and even snow)

Base Layers

2–3 pairs Merino wool or synthetic base layer tops

2–3 pairs Merino wool or synthetic long underwear bottoms

3–5 pairs Merino or synthetic socks

2 pairs liner socks (optional)

Mid Layers

1 insulating fleece or wool pullover

1 synthetic puffy jacket (Kuiu, Sitka, Stone Glacier, etc)

1 pair mid-weight pants (quiet, durable, breathable)

Outer Layers

Waterproof breathable rain jacket (Gore-Tex or equivalent)

Waterproof breathable rain pants (full-zip preferred)

Optional: Soft-shell jacket/pants for dry days

> Accessories

Warm hat (fleece/wool)

Brimmed cap (sun/rain/snow)

Neck gaiter or buff

1 pair waterproof gloves or mitts

1 pairs lightweight gloves

> Footwear

1 pair high-quality waterproof hunting boots

1 pair camp shoes (Crocs, sandals, or hey dudes)

Optional: gaiters (knee-high, waterproof)

> Hunting Gear

Rifle or bow (sighted-in, zeroed, properly packed for travel)

40–60 rounds of ammo (or extra arrows/broadheads)

Gun cleaning kit (compact)

Scope covers

Sling (comfortable for long hikes)

Binoculars (10x42 ideal)

Rangefinder

Field knife (we use havalon)

Pocket Knife

Game bags (anti microbial)

Day pack (2,500–3,500 ci)

Headlamp with extra batteries

Trekking poles (highly recommended)

> Conditions:

Cold, wet, and often windy (especially spring)

Long hours of glassing in wet/cold terrain

> Documents & Essentials

Valid Hunting license

Brown Bear Locking Tag

Harvest Ticket

Government-issued photo ID

Flight Itinerary & contact list

Outfitter contact info

Notebook, pen, and small waterproof map (optional)

> Clothing (Layering System – Cold & Wet)

Base Layers

2–3 pairs Merino wool or synthetic base layer tops

2–3 pairs Merino wool or synthetic long underwear bottoms

3–5 pairs Merino or synthetic socks

2 pairs liner socks (optional)

Mid Layers

1 insulating fleece or wool pullover

1 synthetic puffy jacket (Kuiu, Sitka, Stone Glacier, etc)

1 pair mid-weight pants (quiet, durable, breathable)

Outerwear

Bombproof rain jacket & pants (Kuiu Yukon, Sitka Stormfront, etc.)

Quiet, waterproof gloves + liners

Beanie, cap, and gaiter or face mask

Boots

Waterproof insulated boots (e.g., Kenetrek, Lowa, Schnee’s)

Gaiters (essential)

Camp shoes (crocs, hey dudes)

Chest waders

> Hunting Gear

.338+ caliber rifle, or outfitter-approved weapon

40–60 rounds of ammo

Quality scope + scope covers

Heavy-duty binoculars (10x42 or 12x50)

Rangefinder

Tripod & bino adapter (optional)

Dry bag for daily carry

Knife + sharpener

XL Game bags

Paracord

Headlamp w/ spare batteries

Trekking poles

Small dry towel for optics & hands

> Conditions:

High alpine terrain, dry but cold

Long hikes, elevation gain, and weight-conscious packing

> Documents & Essentials

Valid AK Hunting License

Dall Sheep Locking Tag

Government-issued photo ID

> Clothing (Lightweight but Warm)

Base Layers

2–3 Merino tops + 2 bottoms

3–5 Merino socks

Liner socks (optional)

Mid Layers

1 fleece or grid fleece pullover

1 ultralight puffy (down or synthetic)

1 pair softshell pants (quiet and breathable)

> Outerwear

Lightweight rain gear (Kuiu, Stone Glacier, Sitka Dew Point)

Lightweight gloves + beanie + buff

> Footwear

Lightweight stiff-soled mountain boots (Kenetrek, Lowa, Scarpa, etc.)

Waterproof Gaiters (crucial)

Crocs (ultralight)

> Hunting Gear

Flat-shooting rifle (6.5, .270, .308, etc.)

30–40 rounds ammo

Ultralight tripod + binocular adapter

10x42 binoculars

Laser rangefinder

Lightweight day pack (3,000–4,000 ci)

Knife + multitool

Pocket Knife

Lightweight game bags

Headlamp + Extra Batteries

Trekking poles (essential)

Small water filtration system

Dry bags/stuff sacks

Electrolytes/snacks

Compact first aid kit

Sunglasses & chapstick (alpine glare)

» Add-On for All Hunts:

Sleeping bag (0–20°F, down/synthetic)

Sleeping pad (high R-value for comfort/insulation)

Dry bags (for clothes, optics, etc.)

Power bank + cords

Toiletries

Wipes

Bug protection (spring/fall hunts)

Personal meds