Caribou Gear Journal
Field-proven hunting tips, gear care, backcountry insights, and product education from the Caribou Gear team.
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Leaving in Seven Days? The Final Gear and Meat-Care Check Before a Western Hunt
Seven days before a Western hunt, stop adding random gear and verify the rules, access, packed equipment, Caribou Gear game...
White vs. Orange Game Bags: Which Color Should You Choose?
White game bags favor traditional meat visibility. Orange game bags stand out in camp, shade, brush, and low light. Here...
Full Carcass Game Bag vs. Quarter Bags: Which System Fits Your Hunt?
A full carcass bag protects one intact animal. Quarter bags divide the work into manageable loads. Use access, cooling, distance,...
How to Pack Elk Antlers and Meat on the Same Pack
Build the meat load first, carry the skull high with the nose up and tines down, and secure the antlers...
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 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....
What to Do With Backstraps and Tenderloins During an Elk Packout
Backstraps and tenderloins need different handling than elk quarters during a packout. Here’s how to protect loose cuts without trapping...
Best Game Bags for Elk: How to Choose the Right System
Choosing the right elk game bag system depends on how you break down the animal, how far you need to...
When to Use a Tarp vs Natural Shade for Meat Care
Natural shade works—until it doesn’t. Here’s when a tarp becomes necessary to protect meat and maintain airflow.
3 Ways Hunters Trap Heat Without Realizing It
Most meat care problems come from trapped heat. These are the mistakes that slow cooling even when conditions seem fine.
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