Caribou Gear Journal
Field-proven hunting tips, gear care, backcountry insights, and product education from the Caribou Gear team.
Latest Articles
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...
How to Choose a Meat Staging Spot When the Terrain Gives You Bad Options
Bad terrain makes elk meat staging harder. Here’s how to choose the best available spot when sun, slope, deadfall, and...
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...
Why Airflow Matters More Than Cold Air During Elk Meat Care
Many elk meat problems happen in cool conditions with poor airflow. Here’s why moving air matters more than cold air...
Bone-In vs Boned-Out Elk Packouts | Elk Meat Care Guide
Bone-in elk quarters provide structure and organization. Boned-out elk meat reduces weight and bulk. The right choice depends on distance,...
How to Stage Elk Meat Between Packout Trips
Multi-trip elk packouts leave meat sitting while you haul loads. Here’s how to stage elk meat with better airflow, shade,...
Game Bags By Species: Which Caribou Gear Game Bags to Use
Use this species-by-species guide to choose the right Caribou Gear game bag system for elk, deer, moose, caribou, antelope, black...
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