Pro Packs

Ever wonder what a pro packs for a whitetail hunt? From comfy base layers and outerwear to optics to gadgets you may not have even considered, John Dudley has all the answers. Get an up-close look at John's top gear and clothing picks for early season deer hunting so you can learn to pack like the pros!

Your strategy and gear needs will evolve as the season progresses. For example, stronger winds call for better scent control, and shorter days will change your lighting needs. With tons of late-season hunting gear and clothing, this curated pack includes discounted hunting equipment for all your whitetail and elk hunting needs.

Staying warm and dry are obvious priorities when you’re in the stand, but don’t forget the importance of stealth. Whitetail expert John Dudley shares his lightweight hunting gear list for the mid-season, comprised of some of the warmest whitetail hunting gear made from super quiet fabrics to help you stay warm, dry, and undetected.

Your strategy and gear needs will change as we get deeper into the season. From warmer layers to a different type of stand, our own expert, Quinn Badder, shares the best mid-season hunting clothes for whitetail hunting.

This pack includes great early-season hunting clothes and gear — and just in time for the opening day of whitetail season! From the rifle you’ll need to tag your first deer to the comfy socks you’ll wear while you wait for the perfect shot, this Pro Pack has everything you’ll need to scout, spot, climb, aim, shoot, and field dress in early fall.

A hunter’s needs will change with the seasons. Changing weather and conditions call for mid-season hunting gear that’s better suited for the fall temps. This carefully curated pack includes discounted hunting accessories and everything else you’ll need for bowhunting glory this archery season.

Best of all: Pro and Elite members save up to 40% on the gear in this pack!

Everything you need to outfit yourself — and outfit your early season hunt. The HuntWise Gear Program Pack includes high-quality gear, apparel, and accessories from your favorite outdoor brands — all handpicked by the pros on our HuntWise staff.

When it comes to packing for a hunt, lifelong hunter Jeff Sturgis subscribes to a minimalist philosophy, opting for lightweight hunting clothes that let him move quickly without being weighed down. From base layers to outerwear, check out all the lightweight hunting apparel on Jeff’s mid-season pack list.

Colder weather, post-rut deer behavior, your gear needs — a lot can change as we move into the late season. From the best late-season hunting clothes to the best base layers for cold-weather hunting, this Pro Pack has everything you need for late-season whitetail success — including gear from Sitka, GoPro, and more.

The coldest time of year calls for the warmest hunting gear. After spending decades learning to stay comfy in extreme conditions, lifelong hunter John Dudley shares his wisdom on staying warm, and even lists his favorite late-season hunting clothes for 2024.