Bushcraft Gear Checklist
A list of essential items to make sure you pack for your next fishing trip.
1 Liter water bottle
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1 Liter water bottle
This depends on the hunt and the choice is up to you, We recommend to carry at least a 1 litre of water in your pack.
Bear Spray
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Bear Spray
When hunting, bear encounters are rare but can occur, be smart and carry bear spray.
Extra Layer of Clothing
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Extra Layer of Clothing
You never know when the weather may change, it’s a good idea to stay prepared and have extra warm layers ready.
Fishing Licence
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Fishing Licence
It is the law to carry your licence at all times while fishing.
Fishing Line
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Fishing Line
Another Obvious one, usually you have it on your reel but its always good to carry some extra line.
Flashlight
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Flashlight
Having a powerful source of light will really help out in many situations, especially in an emergency.
Forceps
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Forceps
Sometimes removing a hook from a fish can be troublesome, these forceps add leverage to help you out.
Headlamp
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Headlamp
Nobody wants to be caught in the dark in the woods. Whether off the trail, tracking an animal or dressing a fish, it’s no fun in the dark.
Knife
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Knife
Carrying a robust all-purpose knife can help in tasks such as making a fire or an emergency shelter.
Lighter
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Lighter
It’s always good to have a reliable source of fire at hand.
Medical Kit
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Medical Kit
Sometimes there is a need for medical supplies, it could be as simple as a band-aid but having a well-put-together medical kit is always a good call.
Mobile Phone
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Mobile Phone
In this modern era of hunting a mobile phone device can be an incredible tool, using apps such as Ihunter to track your hunt and set locations can be a valuable asset when getting to grips with the area you plan to hunt.
Multi tool
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Multi tool
A multi tool can be useful for a number of small tasks, plus it doest take up much space in a vehicle or a pack.
Snacks – Lunch
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Snacks – Lunch
No one wants to get hungry while out in the woods, having a good supply of snacks you enjoy can really help you stay out longer.
Spare Wool Socks
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Spare Wool Socks
One of the worst things that can happen during in the elements is getting cold feet, sometimes a quick fix can simply be to swap out your socks.
Split Shot
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Split Shot
Used to get your bait or fly to drop quicker through the water and sit close to or on the bottom.
Swivels
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Swivels
Stops fishing line from twisting while pulling spinner, lures and bait through the water.
Tippet
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Tippet
Finer line used at the the end of your fishing set up to attach hooks and swivels, harder to be detected in the water by fish.
Toilet Roll
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Toilet Roll
When nature calls, you’re going to want it.
WIN (Wildlife Identification Number) Card
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WIN (Wildlife Identification Number) Card
Another resource to show that you are completing all the legal steps when participating in a hunt. Fish and wildlife officers can use this to verify your tags.