First time Hunting - Moose - what to pack

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Hi All,
A friend and I have booked a moose hunt with an outfitter and have no idea what to pack/buy. So, we are reaching out to the community for advice.
We are target shooters but have never hunted before - we booked with an outfitter who agreed to teach us to dress the moose (if we are lucky enough to get one).
Hunt area: Western Quebec
Time: Mid October
We have rifles and ammunition, but not much else!
Any advice would be amazing.
Thank you!
 
Outfitter should have most things, but comfortable warm clothing including foot ware will make the difference between misery and a good time, and a medium size axe, I also never go out without a headlamp that will run for many hours.
 
are you staying in cabins or tents?

swampy aera or mountain ones?

boat or on foot?

european or american plan?

if you do not know and learnng i will suggest looking of what they re using as tools but try to keep it simple for you in the future. i always remember all the hunters or most that i guided in northern quebec were not really prepared for the weather and rain gear was not that good and on the knife side most had really big knife not useful for caribou or bear and for moose never used a big knfe as well excpet when taking care of the meat at home which of course is different.
 
I don't know about moose hunting in the East, but for north-central BC, even in fine autumn weather, that can change quick so good rain gear and knee high rubber boots sure make a difference. And like medvedqc said, packing a huge Bowie knife doesn't help.

I gutted this moose with a Buck Lite. Damn. Can't believe that was 10 years ago already.

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I will go buy an axe - headlamp I went out and got already.
Went and got some warm clothes, but still need boots I think.

bunny said:
Outfitter should have most things, but comfortable warm clothing including foot ware will make the difference between misery and a good time, and a medium size axe, I also never go out without a headlamp that will run for many hours.
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Staying in a Cabin.
Cooking own meals
Swamp and Field.
Both boat and foot are options.


medvedqc said:
are you staying in cabins or tents?

swampy aera or mountain ones?

boat or on foot?

european or american plan?

if you do not know and learnng i will suggest looking of what they re using as tools but try to keep it simple for you in the future. i always remember all the hunters or most that i guided in northern quebec were not really prepared for the weather and rain gear was not that good and on the knife side most had really big knife not useful for caribou or bear and for moose never used a big knfe as well excpet when taking care of the meat at home which of course is different.
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NGD said:
Staying in a Cabin.
Cooking own meals
Swamp and Field.
Both boat and foot are options.
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boots are important and rubber with sole is the best as you can dry them if needed especially in a cabin. i do not remember break in some rubber boots but always willing to learn.

if you are a group make sure you discuss the meals before the hunt and you have enough food ...

you will have a blast of time.
 
ask the outfitter what you are required to bring and what should you bring.

meals, one guy buys everything and tells what the others owe at the end.. saves on not having multiples of things. and no complaining some people bought more than others etc
 
For moose hunting, something soft to sit on is near the top of my gear list.

ht tps://www.amazon.ca/NEP-Outdoors-Insulated-Hunting-Cushion/dp/B008RSY3ZU
 
durable, comfortable and quiet rain gear, pants and jacket.
Lots of socks.
light weight hip or chest waders
If you are going with an outfitter they will have all the tools but I agree bring your own knife .... I have had the same knife for over 20 years which is a buck folder
A small bush axe with a short handle.
Stone to sharpen your blades.
binoculars
camera.... don't forget a good camera
batteries
headlamp and handheld flashlights
a bottle or two of good quality single malt to share with your guide when the work is done.
spare ammo...
Daypack with a hydration bladder
thermos for coffee or tea
basic first aid
did I say camera?
did I say batteries?
hehehe

Could be lots of other things but good boots, good silent rain gear..... first two items are must haves.
 
I take a pair of those cheap disposable vinyl bib coveralls for when I’m cleaning / skinning. It can get pretty messy. Toss them in the garbage when I’m done.
Regard to boots. I have knee high good rubbers and under armour hunting boots I take both and depending on the area I’m in will alternate.
Extra loaded mag in your pocket. Just in case.
 
Really good quality insulated rubber boots, I like Lacrosse! Good heavy socks and a pair of Bama sockets( keep your feet dry in rubber boots), a good confortable day pack, large thermos….
 
You've got a outfitter to cull stuff you don't need and provide what you didn't consider. A adage is, look after your head and your feet, the rest looks after itself. ......good well broken in boots, a back up might be a idea(moose like wet areas)....beanie, toque, or balaclava. Dress in light layers, not bulky parkas.

Decent average size knife
30ft paracord......tie a leg to a willow clump
Compass, AND gps.....compass don't run out of battery
Half pack or belly pack
Contractor plastic bag.....liver and heart, in a pinch its a emergency raincoat.
Several ways to make a fire...Bic lighter, waterproof matches, striker.

Keep it small, in the half pack or fanny pack. Be prepared to walk.
 
A gun sock.

Assuming its the same as Ontario, you'll need to keep your gun in its case until 1/2 hour before sunrise and back in its case 1/2 hour after sunset as there is no hunting allowed during this time.

A gun sock is a must to avoid carrying around a bulky case all day.
 
I definitely need more socks.
Bought a bottle of Johnny Walker Blue

45ACPKING said:
durable, comfortable and quiet rain gear, pants and jacket.
Lots of socks.
light weight hip or chest waders
If you are going with an outfitter they will have all the tools but I agree bring your own knife .... I have had the same knife for over 20 years which is a buck folder
A small bush axe with a short handle.
Stone to sharpen your blades.
binoculars
camera.... don't forget a good camera
batteries
headlamp and handheld flashlights
a bottle or two of good quality single malt to share with your guide when the work is done.
spare ammo...
Daypack with a hydration bladder
thermos for coffee or tea
basic first aid
did I say camera?
did I say batteries?
hehehe

Could be lots of other things but good boots, good silent rain gear..... first two items are must haves.
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I’ll look into the coveralls!

robab said:
I take a pair of those cheap disposable vinyl bib coveralls for when I’m cleaning / skinning. It can get pretty messy. Toss them in the garbage when I’m done.
Regard to boots. I have knee high good rubbers and under armour hunting boots I take both and depending on the area I’m in will alternate.
Extra loaded mag in your pocket. Just in case.
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Super good advice.
Any recommendations for a compass?


QUOTE=nowarningshot;19128834]You've got a outfitter to cull stuff you don't need and provide what you didn't consider. A adage is, look after your head and your feet, the rest looks after itself. ......good well broken in boots, a back up might be a idea(moose like wet areas)....beanie, toque, or balaclava. Dress in light layers, not bulky parkas.

Decent average size knife
30ft paracord......tie a leg to a willow clump
Compass, AND gps.....compass don't run out of battery
Half pack or belly pack
Contractor plastic bag.....liver and heart, in a pinch its a emergency raincoat.
Several ways to make a fire...Bic lighter, waterproof matches, striker.

Keep it small, in the half pack or fanny pack. Be prepared to walk.[/QUOTE]
 
Have one, And I will have to remember to pack it.


gr8trapper said:
A gun sock.

Assuming its the same as Ontario, you'll need to keep your gun in its case until 1/2 hour before sunrise and back in its case 1/2 hour after sunset as there is no hunting allowed during this time.

A gun sock is a must to avoid carrying around a bulky case all day.
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