r/elkhunting

Heading on my first archery elk hunt in September just northwest of Calgary and I need advice on layers for clothing. I am used to stand hunting for deer in Minnesota so I know a little bit about layering clothes. Question I have is that weather in September in Calgary has been fairly consistent over the last 3-5 years with temps in the 50-60 degree F range but I sweat a lot and am one of those people that wears shorts as long as the temp is above 0.

I was already planning on packing 10 base layer or tshirt type shirts (one for each am and pm of the five day hunt) and possibly a light jacket over them, but I was wondering if anyone had suggestions on what shirts I should get. Loose or tight? Synthetic or wool? Long sleeve or short sleeve? Any advice would be welcome.

I drew tags and can’t wait!!!

This will be my first time in NM.

Does optifade subalpine or kuiu valo break up your outline more in the high desert? I am starting to plan and have kits in both. I’d be happy if I didnt have to get new stuff.

My husband and I are going on a rifle elk hunt during rut in southeastern BC. We have the choice of 9-16 or 19-26 of September. There should be minimal pressure. Only 6 hunters at a time on a significant amount of property. What would you choose and why?