Backcountry Hunting Camp Setup

Building a reliable backcountry hunting camp is one of the most important parts of a successful mountain hunt. From lightweight tents and backpacking stoves to sleep systems and food strategies, the right setup makes multi-day hunts possible in remote terrain.

Harvest Right freeze dryer setup with trays loaded during first run for backcountry meal preparation

We Bought a Freeze Dryer for Backcountry Hunting (Setup & First Run)

We bought a freeze dryer to fix one of the weakest parts of our hunting system—food. Here’s how it fits into real backcountry use.

Dan

Mar 204 min read

Backcountry hunting meals test comparing Peak Refuel and Mountain House freeze dried food in a real sheep hunting setup

Backcountry Meal Test: What Actually Tastes Good on a Sheep Hunt?

We tested real backcountry meals—Peak Refuel, Mountain House, and custom options—to see what actually works on a sheep hunt. Here’s what we’d bring and why.

Dan

Mar 205 min read

Backcountry Hunting Camp Setup

Complete guide to building a lightweight backcountry hunting camp including shelters, stoves, sleep systems, and gear setups for remote mountain hunts.

Dan

Mar 132 min read

Jetboil vs BRS vs MSR Pocket Rocket II: Best Backpacking Stove for a Sheep Hunt?

Three hunters test Jetboil, BRS, and MSR Pocket Rocket II before an Alberta sheep hunt. Real boil times, real weights, real results.

Dan

Feb 132 min read

Kuiu Mountain Star 2P tent set up in alpine backcountry terrain during a field review

Kuiu Mountain Star 2P Tent Review – Lightweight, Freestanding, and Backcountry Tested

A real-world review of the Kuiu Mountain Star 2P tent after storms, bugs, and alpine abuse. Lightweight, freestanding—here’s what worked and what didn’t.A real-world review of the Kuiu Mountain Star 2P tent after storms, bugs, and alpine abuse. Lightweight, freestanding—here’s what worked and what didn’t.

Dan

Feb 94 min read