Trip prep
What to Bring on a Guided Deer Hunt
Camp supplies the stands, the meals, and the knowledge. You supply your weapon, your clothing, and your paperwork. This is the checklist we send every hunter before they head to Kentucky or Ohio.
Documents and must-haves
- Hunting license and deer permits (digital and printed backup)
- Hunter education certificate
- Photo ID and a form of payment for the balance
- Any prescription medications
- Contact number for your guide saved offline
Weapon and shooting gear
- Bow or crossbow with extra arrows, broadheads, and a spare release
- Rifle or muzzleloader plus ammunition, primers, and a dry powder measure
- Binoculars and a rangefinder
- Safety harness or saddle system, required in every one of our stands
- Headlamp with fresh batteries and a backup light
Clothing by season
Bring more than you think for cold weather. Sitting still at 20 degrees is a completely different experience than walking around in it.
| Season | What to pack |
|---|---|
| Early season (Sept, early Oct) | Lightweight camo, thermacell, bug spray, rubber boots, extra shirt for the walk in |
| Rut (Nov) | Layered merino base, insulated bibs, gloves, neck gaiter, hand warmers for all-day sits |
| Late season (Dec, Jan) | Heavy insulated parka and bibs, insulated boots rated to zero, boot blankets, face mask |
What we provide
- Stands, blinds, and ladder sticks already hung
- Transport to and from every sit
- Field dressing, recovery, and cold storage
- Lodging and meals on fully guided packages
- A range at camp to confirm your zero
What hunters forget most
Rain gear, a spare release, boot dryers, and a cooler for the drive home. Bring a hard-sided cooler if you plan to take meat with you, processors are fast but they will not hold your deer for a week.
Common questions
Get Season Date Reminders
Season dates and open hunt weeks, emailed when they matter.