What to Pack If You Draw a Pronghorn Tag

Pack This First

1. Binoculars, a rangefinder and a spotting scope if the country calls for it.
2. A stable tripod or binocular support for long glassing sessions.
3. Light, broken-in boots and spare socks; protect your knees and hands on a stalk.
4. A day pack with room for water, food and the layers you remove.
5. A windproof or waterproof shell and insulation for cold dawns.
6. Sun protection: brimmed hat, sunscreen and sunglasses.
7. A knife, game bags and a rapid cooling plan for warm-weather meat care.
8. Offline land-ownership maps and a compass; confirm legal access.
9. First aid, blister care, a headlamp and spare power.
10. License, tag and a shooting setup you have practiced in wind.

Adjust For Your Hunt

Colorado

Check the unit, season and access before deciding how far you will walk or glass from a vehicle. Hunt Information

Wyoming

Carry reliable public-land and access maps. Pack enough water for exposed country and check current season rules. Hunt Information

Montana

Expect wind and changing weather on the prairie; verify permission and current FWP requirements. Hunt Information

Gear For This List

Match the model, size and weather protection to your hunt. Check the current store price and availability before buying.

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  Vortex Viper HD 10x42

  $424.49

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  Kenetrek Hardscrabble Hiker

  $469.95

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  Mystery Ranch Pop Up 30 — Ponderosa / Large

  $425.00

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  Petzl ACTIK CORE

  $87.95

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Before You Leave

Check current wildlife-agency regulations and your permit, confirm access and weather, test the kit with weight, and leave your route and return time with someone you trust. Pack emergency supplies for a delayed return.