By Heather Madsen
The hunting season is upon us and it's time to pull out your gear to review what items are a necessity verses dead weight when you venture into the backcountry. We took a look into our own employees' packs and created this list of lightweight favorites that have served them well on their own hunts. So if you're an ounce counter, or even if you just want your pack to be a little lighter than last year's, read on to discover your new go-to gear.