A backpack hunt may be just what you need to reinvigorate your soul. My first backpack hunt was a true challenge. With each breath, I could feel the moisture building on the inside of my sleeping bag. Laying awake right before my alarm sounded, I tried to steal any last bit of warmth I could before crawling out of my tent and braving the cold. Not far away, there were … [Read more...] about Here are the Top 5 Reasons to Backpack Hunt
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Becoming a Backpack Hunter: A Beginner’s Guide to Hunting the Backcountry
Becoming a Backpack Hunter: A Beginner's Guide to Hunting the Backcountry | Josh Kirchner Becoming a Backpack Hunter: A Beginner's Guide to Hunting the Backcountry This book -- from Western Whitetail contributor, Josh Kirchner -- was made to take one from the city to the backcountry and talk about everything in between. It was made to answer questions and inspire. … [Read more...] about Becoming a Backpack Hunter: A Beginner’s Guide to Hunting the Backcountry
Ultralight Nemo Gear
Ultralight Nemo Gear Ultralight Nemo Gear Spike Storm Trekking Pole Tent With a packed weight of 1 lb. 7 oz., the Spike Storm is perfect for the solo hunter in the backcountry. The tent sets up in minutes. Simply stake or tie it down, insert and lift one trekking pole, and voila! The footprint (basically 20 sqft) is large enough for a single person, pad, … [Read more...] about Ultralight Nemo Gear
Tensor Field Insulated Ultralight Pad
Tensor Field Insulated Ultralight Pad Tensor Field Insulated Ultralight Pad A high-quality sleeping pad like the Tensor Field Insulated Ultralight pad could be considered a backcountry luxury. The pad is 3" thick when fully inflated, yet weighs 1 lb., 3 oz (long). The Spaceframe provides a stable, comfortable sleeping surface. Baffles add to the stability, as well as … [Read more...] about Tensor Field Insulated Ultralight Pad
Nemo Riff Men’s Down Sleeping Bag
Nemo Riff Men’s Down Sleeping Bag Seventy percent of people sleep on their side, but mummy bags are not designed to accommodate this. With a unique Spoon™ shape adding room at the elbows and knees, the Riff™ is a three-season down men’s backpacking bag that is designed for side sleepers, and allows you to shift positions throughout the night. Spoon™ shape adds room at … [Read more...] about Nemo Riff Men’s Down Sleeping Bag
Nemo Spike Storm
Nemo Spike Storm Nemo's Spike Storm tent is extremely lightweight, yet provides durability for any backpacking adventure. The unique tent features setup with a single trekking pole. The pole pocket is reinforced and houses the trekking pole (not included). Reinforced hoops allow the tent to ventilate from low to high on a continuous basis. The fabric of the tent is … [Read more...] about Nemo Spike Storm