Essential Gear for the Traveling Hunter

Navigation, water purification, organization, and weapon maintenance—you never know what the journey may throw at you, but you can be well-prepared.

The following compilation of gear should serve as pillars of packing that you are better with than without.

Continue reading to learn more about essential gear for a traveling hunter, written by the Petersen's Hunting Editors.

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Why use a plastic bag when you can simply screw on this end cap, specifically designed for Sawyer water filters?

Zoe Gates

Editor at Backpacker

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In future, I’ll use gravity when I can, and squeeze when I have to.

Richard, aka "LowRange

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For longer hikes, it’s convenient to carry a small backcountry water filter, such as a Sawyer Mini or Micro, which allows you to replenish your water from natural sources like streams or ponds.