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Backcountry Food: What I Pack, What It Weighs, and What It Costs | The Game Trail Ep. 37

Trail breaks down his food system meal by meal from daily calories to pack weight and cost per day for backpack elk hunts

September 8, 2025BY: GOHUNT Staff

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On this episode of The Game Trail Podcast, Trail dives into backcountry fuel—what he actually packs for food on a backpack elk hunt. From daily calories to pack weight and cost per day, he breaks down his system meal by meal. Whether you’re planning your first multi-day hunt or fine-tuning your own food kit, this episode will give you real-world insight into the food he takes, weight, and budget in the elk woods.

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