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Recommended Packing List for Colorado Big Game Hunting

AWO suggests that you bring the following gear /equipment for your big game hunt in Colorado's magnificent Arapaho National Forest Wilderness. Whether you are hunting for elk, mule deer, moose or bear you'll appreciate your hunt more if you're prepared to have both a productive hunt as well as a comfortable one.

• Weapon
• Soft case for weapon
• Ammunition
• All tags and licenses
• Knife
• Binoculars and or range-finder
• Eyeglasses (2 pairs)
• Sunglasses
• Game bags
• Sleeping bag (minus 20 degree rating recommended) and pillow if needed
• Two pairs of hunting boots & one pair of comfortable camp shoes (all waterproof)
• Rain / snow gear
• Hunter orange vest and hat
• Cigarette lighter / waterproof matches
• Camera
• Flashlight & extra batteries
• Compass or GPS unit
• Backpack
• Insulated underwear and at least 5-6 pairs of warm socks
• Work and/or riding gloves (2 - 3 pair)
• Hat
• Heavy and lightweight jackets
• Washcloth, towel, & personal toiletries
• Medications
• Water bottle / canteen
• Pants (wool), shirts and or sweater (at least 3 sets)

We recommend that you pack all gear in duffel bags for transport by horseback.