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Suggested Item List - Blackpowder Hunters
The following is a list of suggested items prepared especially for our guided muzzleloader hunters. If you are hunting with a partner, or a group of people, there is no need to duplicate many of these items. Organize within your party as far as who should bring what. We will have rifle scabbards on the side of your horse/mule for carrying your muzzleloader . The weather this time of year can be very unpredictable, ranging from warm days in the 70's to freezing nights. Pack accordingly. Feel free to call us if you have any questions.
- 1 pair of waterproof hiking boots
- 1 pair of insulated waterproof pac boots
- 1 extra pair felt pac liners
- 1 pair light camp shoes
- 3 pair heavy wool socks
- 3 pair lightweight wool socks or liners
- 1 pair light wool pants, camo
- 2 pair jeans, camo
- 3 shirts, camo
- 2 pair long underwear
- 2 lightweight wool shirts, camo
- 1down vest or heavy wool shirt, camo
- 1 down parka for very cold weather, camo
- 3 bandanas
- 2 pair heavy gloves
- 1 rainsuit, camo
- medium weight hat, camo
- camo face mask or paint
- small flashlight and extra batteries and bulb
- binoculars
- rangefinder if you have and use
- knife
- 4 plastic trash bags
- extra pair eyeglasses or contacts if you wear them
- duffle bag
- sleeping bag
- personal toiletries and medications
- towels
- first aid kit, small
- chapstick and sunscreen
- sunglasses
- thermos
- day pack
Pack-in camp hunters: do not over pack. Personal gear should not exceed 70 pounds, packed in a standard size duffle bag. Sleeping bag is included in weight limit but does not need to be in the duffle bag.
Optional items
- compass
- anti-fog solution for glasses
- boot grease
- candy or special snacks
- waterproof matches
- whistle
- small piece of rope
Remember: Anyone born after Jan. 1, 1949 MUST have a Hunter's Safety Card to buy a Colorado hunting license. No exceptions. A previous hunting license from CO or any other state will not suffice. Be sure to carefully read the Colorado Big Game Hunting Regulations booklet that is provided to all of our hunters.
Get in shape. Legs and lungs especially. If you smoke, now would be an excellent time to quit. Shoot your muzzleloader, target practice as much as possible before arriving.
We look forward to having you in camp. We will hunt hard with you to give you the best possible opportunities at taking home an elk. Come prepared, in the best physical shape possible, and get out and shoot your muzzleloader. Please call if you have any questions.