So if you were headed to a hunting lodge far far from home and were taking a couple of full size pistol on the hunt what gear would you NOT leave home without.

Can be hunting gear and/or gun gear.

Compass and topo map of area. Scares the hell out of me if I forget those two things. Also, my Colt Anaconda because it's a revolver. Very little chance something will malfunction with it. And I don't even THINK about going outdoors without my Danner boots.

+1 for compass and area appropriate topo. I also take a revolver.

w about gun maintenance stuff. Do you guys take a "gun box" of cleaning supplies and parts?

I don't clean my guns. The powder soot keeps them from rusting

Extra ammo,rain gear,daily medecine,medical kit,extra glasses [if worn],clothing for the climate,hat,sun screen,small tool kit,compass G.P.S.,maps,extra pistol WELL BROKEN IN BOOTS.

Two types of fire starter. Especially if going "out west" or "up north". This will save your life quicker than anything if you get in a tight spot.

My "Priority One" would be one of my Randles sheath knives then a compass.
Steve

Hearing protection.

Fire starter, and a camera!!!!

every go bag has a compass, matches, a whistle, 50 feet of paracord, a sharp knife, a garbage bag and a butane lighter

Never been to a hunting lodge but have hunted out of self-made A-frames most of my life and here are a few items that are a must have:

1-Bushman repellant
2-Baby-wipes
3-GPS with spare batteries
4-rain gear
5-quality sleeping bag and suitable pillow
6-medicinal whiskey

Being wet, tired and having a baboon arse can sometimes be hard to take when everything else seems to being falling apart but as long as you can find your way back to the tent without being eaten alive by bugs, stay dry and get a good nights rest with a clean butt - you'll always make the best of whatever Nature has in mind for you.

I might bring a Rem Oil wipe and a brush but nothing else. If it was properly maintained before the trip, it should be fine until you get home.

If you have a habit of dropping your firearm in the mud/sand/dirt, then you might consider having a cleaning kit at the lodge.

I don't know how well this fits, but on any major hunting trip I go on. I always pack a tooth repair kit. I don't think anything could ruin a hunt like having a filling fall out when your in the middle of no-where's.

My God ... tooth repair kit ? Hard core...

1) iPhone--takes care of compass,weather and communication
2) Reading glasses--so I can read my iPhone
3) Batteries--so I can find my iPhone in dark with flashlight
4) KY bourbon--warmth,in case I forget my Bic lighter.
5) Toilet paper--see #4
6) Shooting sticks/Bull bag--not a good shot without 'em.

I'll still carry a compass. Electronics are great until they get wet.



Absolutely!



Will carry an impregnated rag (w/#9) in a zip lock bag to wipe down the exterior but never touch the bore once I have done my pre-season zero.

You must have never been on an actual hunt. I think it's alot of time and investment to ruin with something like that:)

I actually broke a tooth in half on a long trip and took 3 days of excruciating pain before I got to a dentist. I actually have a temp kit in my survival pack now

compass
good knife
2 pipes molina my favorite & peterson dont care if i lose it
pipe fixins that will take care of fire
binos

You know its funny, This year I broke a tooth on a hunt with my wife! Never thought of a repair kit till now.