Just when I think I've seen all of your older videos that pertain to my hunting style I discover one that I somehow managed to overlook....And this was one of those videos. Thanks for providing an excellent reference source for those of us who carry "hunting/fishing packs" but may have forgotten, or simply overlooked, some very useful, common sense, and perhaps even life saving items in those packs.

Love this video...right before hunting season been watching it every year

I'll be going deer hunting for the first time this year. Your video has helped me so much. Thank you for what you do and keep doing it.

I am a very very green hunter and this was very very helpful!

Thanks for the great tips! I'm in Bucks County Pa, and 2013 was my first year hunting, and I'm hoping to get my first deer this year in 2014.. I'm having to watch KZfaq as a hunting mentor since I don't have anyone to teach me. I found your video very helpful!! Thank you!

I think you did a fantastic job explaining to the young people that are first time hunters what they should take with them. I find it amazing after hunting for 40 years myself that you do exactly the same thing I do I thought I was the only one that put my snacks in Ziploc bags my thermos and socks and lo and behold you use the same deer drag I’ve been using for I don’t even know how many years I call it my good luck charm and I will not give it up I’ve replaced the rope on it three times so far. Great video and thank you from all of the first time hunters that are watching this

I have watched a lot of videos like this but I have to say that this is the best one of them all. You are very detailed. Great video!

we have almost the same pack. thanks for shareing!! be safe and good luck!!

Best Hunting Pack vid of all time!

I have and use the same type of deer drag (11 bucks drug with it ) since the late 70's. Very cool to see your drag has the same wear and fade as mine ! That drag and my orange knit beanie that I wore when I killed my first Lebanon County,Pa. buck in 1974, are always with me. I also carry my Grandpa's old Western Auto hunting license holder from back in the early 50's. He introduced me to hunting at age 8 in Pa.. Just a traditional thing with me. I hunt both Lebanon County (home Co.) and Clearfield County, near Karthus .For years I hunted in Cameron County out of a tent with anywhere from 4 to 13 guys.

Thanks for making this vid a lot of good info .a tip on your haul line tie a knot every 12 to the18 inches all the way through the length of the line much easier to pull up your gear and especially lowering good hunting and be safe.

Great vid, I would only add that you should have some sort of fire starting materials with you just in case. I use the Dave Canterbury 5C's method and have it in my pack at all time. Of course if you are not deep in the woods, or are hunting with others that know where you are and when to expect you then it might not be necessary.

Thank you for this video. I'm researching and preparing for my first hunt and found this extremely useful. Thanks again!

I just wanted to let you know I found this information extremely helpful last year and I am referencing it this year as well. Thanks.

Wow! I've watched so many videos like this and honestly this one you did is fantastic!! I appreciate it bigtime... Thank you ... Cheers from Toronto, Canada :-)

“I wear my sunglasses at night...” good video but the glasses were an distraction. Lol

Richard Petty nice video, I purchased my TC Omega Z5 because of your video

Thanks for the tip I will put a lot of this in my bag thank you so much

Thanks for checking out the video. Does for a living, me, retired early.....

Was expecting flashlight, ammo, buck knife, and porno mags! Thanks for the video.

I also carry in my bag a small roll of the white tall kitchen garbage bags to do a ranger roll of clean dry clothe just in case of sudden dunking or water over boots or falling into shallow ponds or streams while crossing it helps a lot that way if need be you can change into dry cloths and dry out wet depths over a small fire or something if you have the time.

I would have never thought of bring soap in a bottle. That's great. I like that you've kept the same bag for almost 20 years.

I have not been deer hunting yet I want to go on my b day with my uncle this video really helped me prepare love getting advice from experienced hunter thanks for the video its awesome

Great video, I have been hunting for 3 years now and I used to not take a bag with me and now I do because I watched this video. Thank you for the great advice. I bow hunt and in November of 2016 I took my first deer with my bow. And I had my bag and everything in it was from this video plus some other items but mostly what you have said in this video. Thanks for the advice.

Great video. I definitely carry too much stuff. I'm in Fla. we need at least a liter or two of water. Gets heavy. radio,umbrella,thermacell,buck bomb, cover scent. I'm always soaking wet by the time I get up the tree. 80 degrees at night.

Great tip video ! Don't listen to criticism of your video ! You are an ordinary guy like us ! Thanks for buckshot test video ! Thanks for trying to help with everything you do !!

Thank you! Doing research right now. Want to get into hunting. I had the same problem, Dad was NOT a hunter.

Wow, extremely helpful video. Thanks for the info. I am actually in China at the moment, but when I get back to Michigan I want to start hunting. After researching a little bit on the effects of the overpopulation of deer, I have decided it is the right thing to do. No one I know actually hunts, but my mother has experience with firearms, since she's Chinese, and Chinese people back then (and now) have to receive military training or something like that. I'm proud to have a mother who has used an AK-47 :D. Either way, still have much to learn about procedures and stuff, but I hope everything works out :). I suggest HEAD running gloves for a good pair of gloves. My mother bought me and my father each a pair one or two years back, and they're still in great condition. They give (have?) an amazing grip, are almost completely black, with the exception of the red HEAD logo and some removable tiny silver "stickers". The thumb and forefinger of both hands have touchscreen compatible material on them, so you don't need to worry about dropping a glove or anything like that. If you search "HEAD Digital Sport Running Gloves" on Google, you will see what I mean. DISCLAIMER: I was not paid to make that statement. I truly believe they are an excellent pair of gloves.

Everything you said is a good idea I even carry in mine the orange marking tape with the reflective strips on it and attach it to clip type clothespins for following blood trails it works fantastic and gives you a back trail to follow after recovering your deer

When it comes to snacks, I take what doesn't smell odd to deer. Such as dehydrated apples, sesame seeds, trail mix, etc. It all goes in ziplock bags for less noise, as you mentioned. My pack also has a hydration pack. I fill it with water. I like the duct tape idea.

mate this really gives a lot of reason to plan ahead. very smart bloke

In that case, Puppernaut, you don't need this video. You need a shrink. WhiteRook85... thou covered young guys and girls but im a 40-something new to hunting. ;) I learn like lightning and am ready to go but this video really helped simplify packing and had some neat tricks too. Heres one for ya. Fill the sister thermos w coffee too and put it in another sock and/or hat but with the soapy water bottle. Then you'll have warm wash water and more hot coffee when you get back or chicken soup

Great video. Another thing I have found helpful is a headlamp. when you are field dressing a deer in the dark by yourself it allows you to use both hands.

Great idea on the town and gloves.

Good video , great attitude ! Thanks for the tips ,I thought the soapy water was smart and the socks on the thermos also smart.

Great video. Thanks for taking the time to make it.

Thank you for posting this. I am just getting into hunting and you have some great info in this.

Went hunting for the first time last year. I didn't get anything, but I appreciated the experience and look forward to going again next season. One thing I learned was your feet get COLD. Colder than any other part of the body really. Also I am going to eat a large warm breakfast beforehand. I didn't eat a whole lot last time (probably a little muffin or something).

first year hunting, thanks for the vid

Some other items I carry: compass (because compass apps suck), spare batteries, headlamp, small folding saw, pruning shears, squeeze bottle of corn starch for checking wind, match case in addition to lighter, spare release or cocking rope in case I drop one.

thanks really helped! this year is my first year hunting and I needed to know what to bring!

this is my first year hunting and this will really help me out for this weekend

Cool. I'm in gladwin Michigan for all you Michiganders

Your story about how you got into it is the same thing with me. I'm fourteen years old and both my mom and my dad don't like hunting or even guns for that matter, the only way I am able to shoot or hunt is with my uncle, I don't know how or why I have liked this sport when my parents are so bias towards it but I am trying to get out with my uncle. It's pretty cool to know that it isn't just me that is in this situation.

getting ready for first year archery. good video. helped alot in deciding on pack size and what is needed

First time watching your vid. 100% sure everyone who watched, all probably had that same though “ reminds me of my dad” im sure all you who watched all your fathers have the same style and vibe as this guy haha

I like the soap idea. Never seen that one before but it makes so much sense. lol

great video, i would have never though of chapstick ducktape and parachute chord, it really helped on my last hunt -thanks

Awesome video! Learn quite few things that i need to add to my pack, thanks!

Great ideas. Definitely avoid the color blue when possible. It is one the few colors that deer see very well! But the mechanics gloves in camo or similar variant is what I use!

good video.. i also carry a book to read on day long sits during gun season. a simple first aid kit comes in handy too along with spare cordage. when hunting and scouting some cheap $2 cordage makes impromptu blinds easier to construct.

Great video, certainly got a few ideas from this to add to my deer pack. Best of luck hunting. Mark

thanks man this is actually really helpful and gives me a good idea of what im gonna need for my first trip

I recommend a pack of the scent free wet wipes. They have them in the hunting section now. Great for wiping your turd cutter also they have a gritty backside which is great for cleaning your hands after gutting a deer 🦌

I've peed off of my tree stand before

Good tips for EDC into the woods. This is the first time I have seen your videos and I just do not understand people who are indoors making videos with sunglasses on. (witness protection maybe). I think some people are more interested in the ammo you have stored on the shelves in the background. My tip for bow hunters is always carry an extra release!!!!! Thanks!!

Quite a difference in his pack and my pack. I'm planning on heading heading up the mountain at about 9,500 feet tomorrow after deer, on the 5th day of my water only fast, whereas his pack seems to be all about food and energy. While I have some calories in my pack in case of emergency, it's the least important thing in my pack.

thank you for the wisdom and if all of that on the shelves is ammo, then you sir are a boss

Glad to see a channel from DelMarVa! Subscribed!

they sell awesome gloves at cabellas or probably any other sporting goods stores that would suit you well. they have the grip dots on them.

Chap stick also can be used as a fire starter and a lube for anything.

I tie little strings on my gloves that are tied to me. That way I can pop them off and on without worrying.

Thank you for your video and your time making this it helped out a lot

Hey thanks for the tips and good luck this year if your going. This is going to be my second year out but its been about 18 years since the first time. Hopefully I'll have a little luck!

Great backpack and tips for new deer hunters

wonderful exactly what i was looking for , thank you

What's with the Shades ?

Another good thing to carry is hand sanitizer in the spray containers that they pass out at the bank plot other places sometimes works great for cleaning your hands along with the shammies from the dollar stores

Thanks!

thanks so much, very helpful!

I really want to go deer hunting only hunting I’ve done is boar hunting since they are pests

tip #367 pee bottle doubles as a hand warmer for a short time.

Great tips! Thank you, Sir.

hey rook man you look like a boss in those shades.

One thing I noticed that you missed is a first aid kit. I usually carry a basic kit with extra quick clot and a CAT tourniquet. After all, we are dealing with bows and firearms in the woods and accidents happen.

The sun is cracking concrete in that room. And this guy with those glasses.

Great video!

This was great. Want to get into White Tail deer hunting and always wanted to know what to carry. Thanks.

Maybe put a bit of plastic dip on your glove fingers for more grip

Much like your dad, my dad is not a big hunter. How do I work on him to gain his trust? I have straight As and have never done anything incredibly disappointing

Generally good video. Missing some major items. Should always carry a small basic first aid kit in case of injury resulting in a bad cut etc. Some fire starter to go with the lighter - wood chips in wax with a string wick or a candle works. A head lamp for early morning walk in or dealing with a downed deer after dark is essential.

I love your commentary at 6:40.

A compass waterproof matches a sharp knife a dragging rope a handkerchief extra shells a sandwich a apple a candy bar rifle good warm footwear an glove get of your butt and hunt leave the pack sack at the vehicle you only need most off this extra equipment if your hunting deep in remote areas but most deer are killed within 100yards of a road

Wow that's a lot more than I normally carry but I hunt mule deer in Texas, I normally have a lot less extra clothes and a lot of water

There are a lot of factors to look at. First does your State allow semi-auto rifles (PA does not). The second thing what is your budget? The 7.62x39 cartridge will get the job done, but the rifle weights in at 8lbs without a scope. So carrying it around all day, it will get heavy. The Ruger American is available for under $350 without a scope. Easy and safe bolt action., etc.

this man is a genius

Good Luck!! Be Safe!!

Thank you man this helped a lot

I bring sunglasses, compass, knives, flashlight and headlamp, extra gloves, watch or now a phone, extra battery pack phone charger and cable, reading material , toilet paper, rubber gloves, ski mask and baseball cap, snacks, water bottle , soft drink for afternoon and a coffee thermos in morning. Don't forget a license and twine to tag. Depending on the stand I'll bring rope with me for hoisting bow/bag/gun.

Nice video this helped me a lot

Hate to criticize but 1. We pee in deer scrapes . It attracts bucks not scares them . Proven scientific fact . 2.Carry 2 waters .That gatoraid be good and reuse the bottle .3.coffees always good ,of course snacks 4 seems like a lot of extra gulch to me .

very good

Great video thank you very much

I like this setup and am wondering if it would transition well for gun hunting also I hunt with a bow and a muzzle loader. What do you think any ideas?

RIfle hunting in this State (CT) requires the wearing of "orange" (hat/Vest). I have a camouflaged backpack, but I'm nervous about the fact that it covers too much of the orange on my back, and I hunt on the ground (not in a blind). Wouldn't it make sense to wear a fanny pack style of carry all for hunting gear, to keep the orange on my back at maximum exposure from those jerks who might mistake me for a deer?

Never fished your hunt a day in my life but I want to start. As far as hunting goes is it better to start off with small game and work your way up. Any information would be highly appreciated. As well help me determine which rifle I purchase furs

Great video

Awesome video man

Great Video, first time Bow hunter, will help.

thanks for the tips