A few questions from a beginner

Thanks to all who gave their suggestions, nothing for me to add that hasn't been said, and by guys far more knowledgeable and experienced than I. Not really advice but I have found that a couple of small pulleys come in handy and don't weigh too much, very useful if you decide to pack some rope.

I enjoy reading threads like this and looking at what I am packing. I can't wait to get out and hunt, really looking forward to it.
 
My Basic equipment fits into a small over the shoulder Field bag like the duck hunters use
it's handy and light I keep it packed year round and ready to go so no looking for stuff
One thing I forgot is small bag of baby wipes for cleaning hands and knifes not a necessity but handy to have
Knife sharpener I like the cheap diamond pull through type for Quick field sharpening nothing worse than trying to work with a dull knife
 
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nowarningshot said:
I started a habit of using zipties to attach a compass to my rifle slings. Funny thing about compasses, they dont need batteries or to see the sky like gps's. Have a fairly large hunting fanny pack, cant seem to open any pockets without finding a compass or lighter. I make firestarters by buying garage sale candles, melting them into newspaper and lint in old cardboard egg cartons....put a couple "eggs" in your pack,,,each one creates a flame large enough to start a emergency fire. I carry a "contractors" clean up bag....good for organs....and punch holes for a raincoat in a pinch.
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The point of a GPS isnt to replace your compass, its to do thing that a compass cannot. I record my "track" with the GPS and can overlay the trails and points of interest onto maps and aerial photos with relative ease. My compass is sued for navigation, the GPS is carried and then used later to get a much better idea of the area I am hunting.
 
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Wildest said:
So I think I decided on buying a mossberg patriot combo in .270 with wood stock. The wood stock option does not come with a vortex scope like the synthetic, but it still looks like it comes with a decent scope.

My local Canadian tire will sell it to me for 725$ taxes in, is this reasonable? Do any of the partnered dealers offer a better price?
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I would stay away. Savage Axis is a better gun. Ruger American too. Both of those could be had cheaper.
 
carverk said:
Don't overlook the lever actions 30-30 is one of the greatest bush right you can own plus a lot more fun to shot then a budget entry rifle
http://www.canadiangunnutz.com/forum/showthread.php/1439595-1988-Marlin-30AS-30-30
http://www.canadiangunnutz.com/forum/showthread.php/1439449-Winchester-94-30-30-made-in-1964-450
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My first rifle was a 35 Marlin, and then later I picked up a 32 Winchester. Both those guns never gave me one issue, and I put lots of meat in the freezer with them. Over the years I have acquired several more rifles of different design and caliber, but I still have them and another Winchester 30-30, I love those guns and won't part with them.
 
Hey everyone, a few updates!

So my family guns came through and my father has told me they will be mine so I won't have to "borrow". Unlocking them up next week and cleaning them up and sighting in the .270

I plan to get up to the land I have access to in lunenburg soon and scope it out.

I just checked the results from the antlerless lotto and I have received a antlerless tag in the zone I own land! Ok pretty happy about this because it will give me a lot of flexibility in what I shoot my first season.

Thanks again for all the help and info!

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Wildest said:
Hey everyone, a few updates!

So my family guns came through and my father has told me they will be mine so I won't have to "borrow". Unlocking them up next week and cleaning them up and sighting in the .270

I plan to get up to the land I have access to in lunenburg soon and scope it out.

I just checked the results from the antlerless lotto and I have received a antlerless tag in the zone I own land! Ok pretty happy about this because it will give me a lot of flexibility in what I shoot my first season.

Thanks again for all the help and info!

This go
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A rifle that is a gift is the best rifle to use
i'm sure it will mean a lot to your dad seeing you hunting with his old rifle and you will be able to pass it down to one of your kids
The story behind the rifle gets more interesting over time
good luck be safe
 
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Figured i would come and update everyone! will post some pics when i get back from this sail.

When i got to my grandmothers with my dad, we discovered that the gun cabinet had been cleaned out by my aunts ex husband a few years prior. neither of us were happy but we adapted. i still managed to get some equipment (Jacket, knife, hats etc). most importantly we still have the land.

So i decided on and purchased my rifle, and well, i blew my budget, and dont regret it. (dad felt bad and helped out.. hence the increase).

I went with... a Remmington 700 CDL SF w/ stainless fluted barrel chambered in .270
I received a scope from a family frend but it wasnt the best, so i once again spent too much and bough a leupold vx-2 3x9x40mm+rings/bases (had them mount/bore-sight)

I will post pics later if anyone is interested, but the scope mounting went perfectly, extremely low profile, just enough room to manipulate the bolt.

I picked up a solid backpack off ebay, and some clothing on clearance at can tire.

I have everything ready to hunt, except my work schedule changed and I have been at sea since Oct 24th. I get home nov 26th and will have the last week of the season to get my deer, wish me luck!
 
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I always carry a compass, but remember it is of little use if you are not well oriented by looking at a map BEFORE you head into the bush.

I also have a little liquid filled one pinned on my hat, as a back up.

As for safety equipment, the little pocket in the arm of my jacket carries a BIC lighter, Good for starting a fire, and also good for light to help walking out at night. My truck key ring has a little MAG light, which saved me when I got lost one night.
 
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Figured i would come and update everyone! will post some pics when i get back from this sail.

When i got to my grandmothers with my dad, we discovered that the gun cabinet had been cleaned out by my aunts ex husband a few years prior. neither of us were happy but we adapted. i still managed to get some equipment (Jacket, knife, hats etc). most importantly we still have the land.

So i decided on and purchased my rifle, and well, i blew my budget, and dont regret it. (dad felt bad and helped out.. hence the increase).

I went with... a Remington 700 CDL SF w/ stainless fluted barrel chambered in .270
I received a scope from a family friend but it wasn't the best, so i once again spent too much and bough a leupold vx-2 3x9x40mm+rings/bases (had them mount/bore-sight)

I will post pics later if anyone is interested, but the scope mounting went perfectly, extremely low profile, just enough room to manipulate the bolt.

I picked up a solid backpack off ebay, and some clothing on clearance at can tire.

I have everything ready to hunt, except my work schedule changed and I have been at sea since Oct 24th. I get home Nov 26th and will have the last week of the season to get my deer, wish me luck!
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Bummer about finding the gun cabinet empty, oh well. As for blowing the budget, buy once, cry once. Excellent choice on the .270 BTW. Oh yes, good luck!
 
Lots of great advice here; I just skimmed, so if some of the following items have already been mentioned, my apologies; but I didn't notice them.

A good binocular is something that I would never hunt without. Everybody goes on and on about clarity and colour fidelity in their riflescopes, but you will be looking through your binocular 100x as long as you will through your riflescope. Quality here is important.

Some toilet paper, and ideally a couple of WetWipes, may (eventually will) make your day much more pleasant.

A cloth gunsock satisfies the legal requirements for a guncase in the areas where one is mandated before/after shooting hours.

It's always a good idea to have a pen tucked into an inside (warm) pocket, for signing and filling in tags when the critter is down.

A flashlight (I like a head lamp), especially nice if it has a red setting.

An extra pair of dry wool socks can be a terrific luxury.

Finally, a partial roll of electrical tape has a zillion uses, not the least of which is to seal your rifle muzzle to protect against rain or snow intrusion. A couple of wire-ties (zip-ties) can be handy as well.

Good luck on your first hunt!
 
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You've received good advice and made good choices. Now just go out and do it! I almost envy you, after almost 50 seasons i'd love to be learning (once more) what you are right now!
Waidmannsheil!
 
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