About this episode
Here's the nitty-gritty on all JvB's gear assembled for an upcoming DIY, drop-camp hunt in Alaska for moose, caribou, black bear, and wolf. Hunt gear, sleep systems, shelters, fire-starting tools, optics, medical prep, everything. We detail each item, including why it's necessary and why we chose that specific version, and provide weight when applicable. Food type, quantity, and prep is also outlined. Full list below. ENJOY! FRIENDS, PLEASE SUPPORT THE PODCAST! Join the Backcountry Hunting Podcast tribe and get access to all our bonus material on www.patreon.com/backcountry VISIT OUR SPONSORS HERE: www.browning.com www.barnesbullets.com www.timneytriggers.com www.leupold.com www.onxmaps.com www.silencercentral.com https://www.portersfirearms.com/ www.siembidacustomknives.com https://javelinbipod.com GEAR LIST Alaska 2022 Moose Hunt License, locking tags, & harvest tickets Browning X-Bolt Speed SR, w/scope, bipod, suppressor, cover: 10.25 lbs Leupold VX-6HD scope, 2-12x40 with WindPlex reticle and CDS ZL turret Spartan Precision Equipment Javelin Pro Hunt Tac bipod Silencer Central Banish 30 suppressor in 7-inch configuration Red Kettle M19 sling See-through bikini-type scope cover Neoprene protective scope cover Browning thin rifle cover Browning raingear .75 lbs Federal ammo w/180-grain Barnes TSX bullets, 30 rounds 1.5 lbs .44 Magnum S&W M69 Combat Magnum 2.5 lbs .44 Magnum ammo, 11 rounds 2.5 lbs Hunting knives, Siembida Custom Shrike & Kestrel, .75 lbs Gransfors Bruk hatchet 1.5 lbs Swarovski EL Range 10x42 Binocular 3.25 lbs Swarovski ATS 65HD Spotting scope 3.25 lbs Spartan Ascent tripod 3.25 lbs Water filter, Katadyn Pro .75 lbs Filter bottle by Sawyer .5 lbs Life Straw water filter .12 lbs Kenetrek Mountain Extreme 400 boots 5.25 lbs Stone Glacier gaiters .75 lbs Browning clothing, Ovix line 5.0 lbs Argali Kodiak Belt N/A Big Agnes Tent, Copper Spur UL3 5.5 lbs Pitchable A-Frame tarp by SaphiRose 2.5 lbs ExPed Synmat UL 7 M sleeping pad 1 lb Stone Glacier Chilcoot 0 sleeping bag 2.75 lbs Stone Glacier packable down Grumman puffy pants .75 lbs Stone Glacier packable down Grumman Puffy coat .75 lbs Stone Glacier packable down Grumman Puffy vest .5 lbs Extra Long Johns, socks, neck gaiter, gloves, etc: 2.0 lbs Game bags by Caribou Gear 2.25 lbs Battery banks 1.75 lbs Folding solar panel, Big Blue 28 W 1.5 lbs Backpack, EXO MTN Gear expedition-grade 6.5 lbs EXO meat webbing mesh .25 lbs EXO internal drybag .25 lbs Pack cover .25 lbs Meals: 36, Mountain House & Peak Refuel, plus snacks 15 lbs Ultralight mountaineering stove, 1 lb Fishing rod: Redington 7'6" 3-weight Classic Trout .12 lbs Fishing reel: Lamson Liquid 3-4 Fishing kit: flies in box, spare leader, 5x tippet 1.0 lb Crocs, All Terrain w/4-wheel-drive 1.0 lb Hat: Stetson Cross Creek N/A Cap: Browning mesh-back ball cap N/A Bag No. 1: Scent Killer field wipes 100 feet of 550 paracord Two contractor-grade trash bags Spare glasses Spare lifestraw Bug repellant Scent-free deodorant Bag No. 2: Health and sick care Cold medicine Ibuprofen and vitamins Advil PM Rolaids or Tums Emergency water tablets Leuko tape MTN OPS ignite and enduro packets Montreal Steak seasoning Head net Latex gloves Leaf tea Titanium spork Spare lithium batteries Bag No. 3: Gun care Bore snake Gun oil Birchwood Casey rust-preventive wipes Silver, metallic, permanent Sharpie marker Scope adjustment tool Compact sharpening stone Bag No. 4: Three lighters Stormproof matches Pyro Putty, winter blend Two headlamps Havalon knife