Bear Hunting Gear List Spring 2025 | KIFARU

Spring bear hunting out West isn’t just another hunt—it’s a grind. Long miles, unpredictable weather, and hours behind the glass demand a setup that won’t fail when it matters most. The right gear isn’t about luxury; it’s about survival, efficiency, and getting the job done. At Kifaru, we don’t do gimmicks—just tested, proven, and bulletproof gear. Here’s what’s in Kenneth Thrall's gear kit for spring bear hunting season in 2025.

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Pack System

• Pack: Kifaru 44 Mag

• Accessories: Water bottle pocket, medium belt pouch, large belt pouch

Weapon System

• Rifle: Viking Armament 7 PRC

• Scope: Leupold VX-6HD

• Ammo: Hornady Precision Hunter 175 Gr ELD-X

• Bipod: MTN Gear Backcountry

• Rangefinder: Sig Sauer 8K

Clothing Worn In

• Socks: Kifaru Merino Socks

• Underwear: Saxx Long

• Pants: Kuiu Attack Pants

• Base Layer: GoHunt Approach Hoodie

• Mid-layer: Kifaru Grid Fleece

• Belt: Marsupial Belt

• Watch: Garmin Fenix 6

Footwear

• Boots: Zamberlan Baltoro Lite / Crispi Nevada Insulated

• Insoles: SheepFeet Custom Orthotics

• Gaiters: Peax Storm

Clothing Packed

• Outer Layer: GoHunt Atmosphere

• Puffy: Kifaru Lost Park Parka Full Zip

• Gloves: Kifaru Fingerless Gloves, Outdoor Research Down Mittens, Kuiu Guide Gloves

• Beanie: Kifaru Merino Beanie

Optics Setup

• Binos: Zeiss Victory SF 10x42s

• Spotting Scope: Swarovski 80mm ATS 20x60

• Spotting Scope Cover: Marsupial Angled Cover

• Tripod: Tricer BC Tripod w/ Tricer LP Pan Head

• Bino Adapter: Swarovski Universal Bino Adapter

Sleep System

• Shelter: Hilleberg Akto

• Sleeping Bag: Kifaru 20-degree Slick Bag

• Sleeping Pad: Therm-A-Rest NeoAir Xlite NXT

• Pillow: Nemo Fillo

Other Essential Gear

• Tarp: Kifaru Sheep Tarp

• Cord: 20ft 5/50 Cord

• Trekking Pole: MTNGEAR MTN Stick

• Wind Checker

• Battery Pack: Dark Energy Poseidon

• Extra Pack of Rounds

Kill Kit

• Game Bags: Kifaru Hybrid Kit

• Knives: Frontiersman Gear Ridgeline Lupus, Tyto Finisher TI w/ 5 extra replaceable blades

• Sharpener: Worksharp

• Hunting License: Stored in Kifaru Backcountry Wallet

• Contractor Bag

Safety Kit

• Headlamp: Fenix HL32R-T

• Spare Headlamp: Black Diamond Astro 300

• Fire Starter: Vaseline Cotton Balls

• First Aid: Uncharted Supply Backcountry Kit

• Satellite Communicator: Garmin InReach Mini

• Dude Wipes

Cook Kit

• Stove: Jetboil Flash

• Spork: Peak Long Spork

Water System

• Bottle: 32oz Nalgene

• Bladder: MSR 6L Dromlite

• Water Purification: Steripen and MSR Aquatabs

Food & Hydration

• Meals: 1-gallon bag of food per day (pre-packed)

• Hydration Mix: Protekt Hydration and Rest

Final Thoughts

This gear list isn’t about comfort—it’s about capability. Spring bear hunting will test you. The terrain will punish your legs, the hours behind the glass will strain your patience, and when the time comes, your shot has to count. Every piece of gear on this list has earned its place. It’s been through the wringer, and it works. Get after it, hunt hard, and make it happen.

See you in the backcountry, Kenneth Thrall, Kifaru

For a full breakdown of our curated Kifaru gear, check out our Spring Bear Essentials list here or watch our full YouTube breakdown.