Caribou Gear Journal
Field-proven hunting tips, gear care, backcountry insights, and product education from the Caribou Gear team.
Latest Articles
How to Pressure-Test Your Elk Plan Before Opening Morning
A hunt plan can look good on a map and still fall apart fast. Here’s how to pressure-test access, wind,...
What Happens After the Packout: Planning the Meat Handoff Before Elk Season
The packout is only one part of the job. Elk hunters should plan processor timing, freezer space, labels, coolers, and...
How to Build a Cooler Plan Before an Elk Hunt
A cooler plan starts before the shot. Elk hunters need enough space, ice, drainage, airflow, and transport room before the...
What to Replace in Your Kill Kit Before Elk Season
A kill kit fails when small items are missing, dull, torn, or worn out. Here’s what to replace before elk...
How to Mark a Kill Site and Packout Route Without Creating Confusion
A bad marking system creates confusion fast during an elk packout. Here’s how to track the kill site, staged meat,...
How to Plan an Elk Packout Route Before the Hunt
Most hunters plan how to get into elk country. Far fewer plan how they will get an elk back out.
What Should Be in Your Truck Before Elk Season Starts
The truck is where your hunt starts and where your packout ends. Here’s what should be ready before elk season....
How CWD Testing Changes Your Elk Packout Plan
CWD testing adds another layer to elk packout planning. Here’s how to keep meat, heads, tags, and required parts organized....
Why Elk Meat Starts Smelling Bad Faster Than Hunters Expect
Most elk meat problems start long before meat actually spoils. Here’s why bad smells develop faster than hunters expect during...
How to Hang Elk Quarters for Better Airflow During a Packout
Proper quarter spacing and airflow matter more than most hunters realize during elk packouts. Here’s how to hang elk meat...
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