Gear list of mountain lion hunt??

[wisconsinteacher]

I'm going on a mountain lion hunt at the end of the month. I have the layers of cloths under control, boots, gators, pack and rifle. Are there any items on a hunt like this that I guy forgets about? I have trekking poles and snowshoes as well. I'm going with an outfitter and plan to ask him but I'm just wondering what guys recommend.

 

[2rocky]

The hound guys I went with in college swore by:

 

[MinnesotaHunter]

It will depend a lot on how personally involved you are with finding tracks, ask the outfitter how that will work. Shoot your rifle at 10yds, so you know exactly where it hits at short range.

 

[WYWINCHESTER]

exercise

 

[mmazour]

Don't gear up too heavy - on the move in deep snow - you don't need/want any extra gear weghing you down. I am a gear hound and learned to shed a lot of it! To quote one houndsman - just take enough that you won't die if left out there all night.

 

[2rocky]

In all seriousness - Layers. Don't underestimate how much time you will spend in a superheated truck cab. There is nothing worse than being slowly roasted to death while Leroy is in Jeans and a T-shirt with his Carhartt covies in the dog box.

 

[MTlionchaser]

I'm going on a mountain lion hunt at the end of the month. I have the layers of cloths under control, boots, gators, pack and rifle. Are there any items on a hunt like this that I guy forgets about? I have trekking poles and snowshoes as well. I'm going with an outfitter and plan to ask him but I'm just wondering what guys recommend.

What state?

 

[elkantlers]

Good boots and a 22 pistol.

 

[wisconsinteacher]

I will be hunting in Colorado. I'm praying for snow!!!

 

[MT Bound]

gun, ammo, good boots, and water.....

 

[Matt Dworak]

Don’t know if this will help but it’s the re-cap of my kitty hunt while it was fresh. Good luck and enjoy the experience!
https://thinairoutdoors.com/meow-meow/

 

[220yotekiller]

layer up, good boots, water, and don't under any circumstances skip leg day. what gun are you shooting...

 

[EYJONAS!]

Pack boots, good gaiters, lots of water, extra leash on your person can't tell you how many times that was a game changer itself when gathering hounds at night.

 

[BAKPAKR]

What gear/clothing does your outfitter suggest? My cat hunt started as a semi-cold track and, as I would get to the top of one ridge, the dogs would be going over the next. Even though it was cold, I was exerting a lot of energy so I was dressed lightly for the actual chase.

Good luck!

 

[wisconsinteacher]

I will be using my great grandfathers Winchester 94 30-30. I shot it again the other day and at 25-50 yards, I feel good. I've been working out daily still and have most of my gear packed. Thanks for the info guys. 12 days until I head out.

 

[TheTone]

I think a lot will depend on the outfitter and type of hunt. It could be a whole bunch of sitting around in a truck looking for a track or waiting to find one.

A rechargeable hand warmer would be worth considering

 

[thefacilitator]

Don’t know if this will help but it’s the re-cap of my kitty hunt while it was fresh. Good luck and enjoy the experience!
https://thinairoutdoors.com/meow-meow/

Wow thanks for this bud. Where was the kill shot placed it almost looks like from the pix it is his left arm/paw? But that can't be it, is it?

 

[Matt Dworak]

Wow thanks for this bud. Where was the kill shot placed it almost looks like from the pix it is his left arm/paw? But that can't be it, is it?

Shot was in the boiler room. I think the arm/paw your seeing was exit side.

 

[TheGrayRider]

Save your mountain lion backstraps and bbq them with bacon, wrapped in aluminum foil. Coat with melted butter and seasonings. Taste like bland pork - not gamey at all. Happy hunting, TheGrayRider.

 

[thefacilitator]

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Save your mountain lion backstraps and bbq them with bacon, wrapped in aluminum foil. Coat with melted butter and seasonings. Taste like bland pork - not gamey at all. Happy hunting, TheGrayRider.

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