WHAT TO BRING ON A SASKATCHEWAN WHITETAIL HUNT
PREPARING YOUR GEAR
Our deer hunting gear recommendations are so that you can comply with hunting regulations as well as be as comfortable as possible for some long sessions in the tree stand. Staying warm is a primary concern but also once the moment of truth comes, you need to certain you have the right weapon, the right ammunition, and the confidence in your gear to make the shot.
Remember, “Good things come to those who wait”. Through the use of our trail cameras, you should have good idea of the potential bear in the area of your tree stand.
Weather in Northern Saskatchewan in October and November can change drastically and quickly so please be prepared with clothing that you can add and subtract layers. Temperatures may range from 30F to -20F.
WHITETAIL HUNTING GEAR LIST
PERSONAL & CLOTHING
- Scent-Free Deodorant, Shampoo & Body Wash (H.S. Scents, Scent Shield, etc.)
- Warm Clothes (underwear, wool socks, etc.) Layering is best.
- If you have trouble staying warm in tree stands, we highly recommend The Heater Body Suit. These are basically sleeping bags that have been modified for hunting and I can personally say that they make it easy and even comfortable to be out in 20 below weather all day.
- Adequate Supply of Hand Warmers (Minimum of 4 per day, we recommend the body size packs)
- Gloves & Boots (Boot Blankets & Hand Muffs are recommended for November hunts), also a light pair of wool gloves to wear inside of your hand muffs.
- Hat or Toque / MUST BE ORANGE
- Outer suit should be fleece or wool, something quiet. Camouflage orange or camouflage white is illegal.
- Face Mask and Warm Hat, we recommend “Mad Bomber” rabbit fur hats in Blaze Orange.
- Good pair of Mitts or Warm Gloves & Ski Goggles for driving 4-wheelers.
- Fanny pack or small day pack for miscellaneous items
- Shoes or slippers to wear in the lodge at camp.
- All clothing that is to be worn while hunting should be washed in no scent laundry detergent, and stored in sealed plastic bags, This also applies to new clothing, prior to arrival at camp.
ARCHERY OR MUZZLE LOADER HUNTERS: - In October we can wear full camo, no colors required.
RIFLE HUNTERS:
- The outer layer of your jacket has to be red, orange, or white (white is best) you can also wear an orange hunting vest. The law of colours does not apply to pants, your pants can be whatever colour you want.
WEAPONS & AMMUNITION
Please DO NOT USE BALLISTIC TIP BULLETS, they are not designed for the type of hunting (thick brush) that we are doing. Nosler Partition, Barnes X, etc. are good choices.
ARCHERY HUNTERS
Mechanical Broadheads are not allowed in camp, NO EXCEPTIONS.
MUZZLELOADER HUNTERS
Please notify me of the type of gun powder you will require and I will arrange to have some at camp, as it is illegal to transport it on airlines.
ACCESSORIES
- Safety Belt for Tree Stand Hunting
- Tree Stand Umbrella, very important for end of October hunting. Can also be used for late season hunts to keep snow off when in the tree stand.
- Small Flashlight