As the Total Archery Challenge (TAC) approaches, it’s the perfect time to kick our minds into gear for the adventures ahead. This year’s TAC is just a couple of weeks away, and it’s been the catalyst for reviewing and updating our camping and hunting trip lists. Reflecting on last year’s experiences, we’re fine-tuning our preparations to ensure a seamless and enjoyable time outdoors.

Updating Our Lists: Lessons Learned

After meticulously going over last year’s notes, we’ve identified key updates and new additions for our upcoming trips. Here’s a detailed breakdown of our updated packing and shopping lists for 2024. I’ve organized my list by which bag/boxes the items are going into so I can check them off when packing:

To Get:

• Tracking yoga pants: Comfort meets functionality for those long days of hiking and hunting.

To Pack:

🧳Patagonia Bag:

• Sweats (2)
• Sweatshirt (1-2)
• Hiking pants (2)
• Long sleeve (2)
• T-shirt (1-2)
• Multi Charging cable
• Books 📚
• Journal
• Underwear (10)
• Hiking socks (4)
• Socks 🧦 (2)
• Hammocks
• Base layers (top and bottom)

Pink Bathroom Bag:

• Combat body wipes
• Dop kits

Day Pack 🎒:

• Rain jacket 🧥
• Garmin
• Tissue boxes
• Bug wristband
• Snack pack
• Med kit
• Water

Camping Necessities:

• Gold zero battery
• Solar panel
• Water filters
• Jet boil
• Canisters for Jet Boil
• Water jugs (2)
• Tent
• Tent rug
• Tarps (2-3)
• Coffee
• Multi charging cord
• Water bottles
• Utensils
• Nemo sleeping bag
• Rumple sleeping bag blanket

Camping Comfortabilities:

• Slippers/slip-on boots for camp
• Cot
• Door mat (2)
• Vacuum
• Large canvas tent
• Sleeping pads (4)
• Heated sleeping pads
• Pillows
• Camp Chairs (4)
• Hiking chairs (2)

Camping Box:

• Big trash bags
• Disinfectant wipes
• Batteries 🪫
• Poop bag 💩
• Camp plates, bowls, pot, pan, and utensils
• Camp mugs
• Shop towels (blue paper towels)
• Kitchen-size towel
• Bear spray
• Goggles
• Tissues

Food Packing List:

• Tortillas
• Cuban yellow instant coffee ☕️ (two packages lasted about 10 days)
• Almond butter
• Oatmeal
• Honey
• Peanut butter
• Jerky
• Beef sticks
• Fruit leather
• Freeze-dried meals
• Candy (high chews) or Mott’s fruit chews
• Creamer
• Multi snack packs

Prepackaged Meals:

• Breakfast:
  • Strawberry granola – 7
  • Breakfast skillet – 0
  • Biscuits and gravy – 0
  • Servings = 7-14
• Dinner:
  • Homestyle chicken and rice – 2
  • Beef pasta marinara – 3
  • Chicken coconut curry – 0
  • Beef stroganoff – 3
  • Chicken Alfredo pasta – 2
  • Green chili Mac – 0
  • Servings = 10-20

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Additional Items to Consider:

• Download YouTube videos
• Figure out how to download movies
• Refreshing clothes spray
• Journal
• Baby powder
• More games (Phase10, Uno, normal card deck… others)
• Little hot sauce
• Whiteduck insulated tent tarp
• Sponge 🧽
• Diesel heater
• Electric handwarmer
• Leuko tape
• Tent stakes
• Pole/nipple condoms
• Pale mule trailer hitch
• Switch

Excitement Builds

As we finalize our preparations, the excitement for these upcoming adventures is palpable. Whether it’s the thrill of participating in TAC or the serenity of our camping and hunting trip, being well-prepared ensures we can fully immerse ourselves in the experience.

Stay tuned for more updates as we inch closer to our adventure dates. Happy prepping, and here’s to unforgettable outdoor experiences!