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Dall sheep standing full-body on a steep rocky mountainside, Denali National Park, Alaska

What to Pack If You Draw a Sheep or Goat Tag

A mountain list built around secure footing, reliable glass and a pack you can carry on steep, wet ground.

Photo: National Park Service (Jacob W. Frank) via Wikimedia Commons, public domain. Credits

Pack This First

  1. Stiff, broken-in mountain boots and tested gaiters.
  2. A fitted load-hauling pack, trekking poles and blister care.
  3. Binoculars, a stable spotting scope and tripod for judging animals.
  4. A waterproof shell, warm insulation and dry spare base layers.
  5. A shelter, sleep system and pad matched to the trip and forecast.
  6. A satellite messenger or other appropriate emergency communication.
  7. Maps, compass, offline navigation and protected backup power.
  8. Water treatment, durable containers and extra food.
  9. First aid, headlamp, spare batteries and emergency fire supplies.
  10. Knife, game bags, permits and a realistic pack-out plan.

Adjust For Your Hunt

Alaska Sheep

Confirm legal animal identification, access, reporting and any guide requirements with ADF&G before booking travel. Hunt Information

Alaska Mountain Goat

Wet rock, cliffs and steep descents raise the cost of a poor boot or pack fit. Confirm your hunt’s rules and do not treat sheep terrain as interchangeable. 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.

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.

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