Caribou Gear Journal
Field-proven hunting tips, gear care, backcountry insights, and product education from the Caribou Gear team.
Featured Article
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 season starts.
Latest Articles
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...
Why Water Conditions Matter Before Elk Season
Water affects more than animal movement. It can change access, pressure, camping, and packout planning before elk season starts.
Small Gear Problems That Turn Into Big Hunting Problems
Most gear failures start small. Check straps, buckles, batteries, blades, rain gear, and backup supplies before they cost you time...
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 Fire Restrictions Can Change Your Summer Scouting Plans
Many Western hunters check weather before scouting. Fewer check fire restrictions, closures, and access changes that can completely alter a...
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 Western Hunters Should Check Before Summer Scouting Starts
Summer scouting starts before you leave the truck. Check access, maps, water, pressure, and gear before wasting time in the...
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....
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