Hunters' gear list

Wise hunters wear clothing that differs from their surroundings. Photo: Darran Meates.

Wise hunters wear high visibility gear

This basic gear list is a great start when planning a hunting trip.

Pack and sleeping

Pack & pack liner
Tent or tent fly and ground sheet
Bed roll or inflatable mattress
Sleeping bag

Clothing

2 x wool or polypropylene tops
2 x wool or polypropylene long johns
2 x pair shorts
2 x pair of socks
2 x pair of underpants
Warm jersey
Waterproof jacket
Sturdy boots
Gaiters
Warm hat
Gloves
Over trousers
Spare camp footwear

What colour to wear?

It is recommended that hunters should wear clothing that contrasts with the environment they are hunting in, as there is no evidence that suggests deer can or cannot see any one colour better than another (New Zealand Police, 2003). Deer will spot a hunters movement rather than the colour of their clothing.

Hunter with binoculars

Toiletries

Soap, toothbrush & toothpaste
Small towel
Toilet paper
Visit the Kiwi way – never miss an opportunity to use a loo and be prepared with a back-up toilet option

Food, drink & snacks

High energy food & snacks
Water bottle(s)
Cooking stove and fuel
Billy/fry pan
Plate, cup and cutlery
Dishwashing liquid and dish cloth

Hunting and navigation

Map and compass
Skinning knife
Rifle and sling
Ammunition
Rifle cleaning kit
Mesh bag(s) for hanging meat
Small shovel
Hunting permit
Personal locator beacon (PLB). Find out more about PLBs
Torch or head light
Binoculars (optional)
GPS (optional)

Safety and personal

Personal first aid kit
Survival kit
Camera
Spare batteries

Source: doc.govt

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