I have been out of snow country for quite a few years. I just got an invite to hunt in the Adirondacks in late November. The camp is about 10 miles from maintained roads via logging roads. I will want to get out on a certain date for other obligations. What do you recommend I carry in my 4wd pickup? I am thinking bow saw or chainsaw, tow straps/chains, hand winch, all of which I already own. I plan on buying a scoop shovel to help me dig out if necessary, and thinking about buying tire chains.
Any advice on the tire chains? What else should I think about?

Food, water, boots, hat, gloves, snow shoes, fire starter, dry fuel for starting fire, flash light, ax, another gun and ammo tarp, extra gas and oil. When things go wrong you never have enough. JMO

My own opinion - a good SSB Single Side Band CB radio - because there is no better means of communication, as the skip qualities of 11 meter [27 mhz..] is beyond belief.

I've heard calls for help on ch 9 AM come in my base station at home - E.Derby CT - from Storm King Mountain N.Y. when a motorist called in a distress call during a real bad snow storm.

Someone will hear you, and even if you can't hear them - if they know where you are, they could be the link you need to get help, especially if the operator is a member of REACT which is a volunteer emergency monitoring service that is nationwide.

I'm very partial towards Uniden/Bearcat, my vehicles have always had an SSB radio in them since the late 1990s

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Esatm-X88B8

Edit: I'm going to add an extra car battery that's fully charged as well to this....

I can understand the extra car battery.

I'm not sure about what you are calling a "scoop shovel", but a long handled coal shovel is really what you want. If you have one, perhaps a high-lift jack might be useful too...

Scotch
Ice
Water
Aspirin
Tylenol
Suture scruff
Propane
Tire plugs
Tire slime
ATV

The small little lithium battery jump packs are smart and can be had for $75-100 and unlike a full size car battery, will fit under the seat along with a slime patch kit/mini-compressor totally out of the way. Just make sure it's sized right for the size of vehicle you're using. It can be a real pain to realize your battery died way back in on a remote logging road (speaking from experience)

shovel, axe, handyman jack, air compressor, tire plugs, box of tools with wrenches socket set pliers a coil of wire, black tape, allen wrenches screwdrivers test light. spare serpentine belt and spare tire spare battery. ( boat battery does double duty for this). duct tape, bag of tire chains. (one for each tire) a couple 20 foot chains with hooks on the end. 5-6 mre's. I keep a mapp gas torch in mine but at the least some storm proof matches. both is better. complete change of dry clothes. blanket, couple flashlights. should have a good pocket knife in your pocket. don't forget some toilet paper and a couple gallon jugs of water. that stuff sounds like a lot but every one of those things has saved my bacon more than once and doesn't take up a lot of room. You will be able to rescue yourself most of the time and if not those MRE's will keep you going while you wait for the storm to blow through or whatever.

All of the above, don't forget snacks first aid kit, axe, can't stress extra dry clothes enough, extra lighters flashlight batteries

Just get a Toyota Tacoma. Throw a chain, come-a-long, axe, and some crackers, for a little extra weight. You won't need the equipment.

Fire extinguisher, first aid kit, road flares (they work great for starting fires too).

I've been in the Adirondacks in late November when a big storm blew in. Bad as anything I ever saw in wy. If your ten miles from the road it aint no joke. Only a fool would try and walk out before the weather lays. 10 miles can be a looooooooooong ways.

Thanks guys. Running a first generation Toyota Tundra with good tires and a new battery.
I’ll be hunting so I will have good clothing and a sleeping bag with me.
If it is storming, I’ll wait it out in camp.
I am most concerned about getting stuck on deep snow, or sliding off the road.
I just ordered a set of tire chains. Most of the area doesn’t have cell service.
Thanks Redknot on the coal shovel suggestion.

Zuter the stuff I listed leaves plenty of room for trapping equipment

might have missed it, but entrenching tool is handy

throw in a pair of goggles/eye protection.

EVERY TIME I've had to crawl under my truck, I got dirt/rust in my eyes.

First Aid Kit/Meds
Wool Blanket
Fleece Bag
Fishing Rod and small tackle box
Complete change of clothes and hoodie, gloves, hat, boots
Food: MRE's, coffee, tea ,soup, water, vegetable oil, and a small stove, pot, pan, utensils, condiments, napkins
Power Bank, variety of spare batteries, fuses, GPS, USB cords
Tool Roll: variety of tools
Flares
Tow Bag: Tow strap, hitch, shackles, tarp, gloves
Wipe Bag: Wet Ones, Bug Repellent, sun screen, lens
Nature Call Kits: ZipLoc bags with TP and wipes(3)
Collapsible Umbrella
Variety of Flashlights stashed everywhere
Ax
Shovel
Fire Extinguisher
Bin: eye/ear protection, N95, Variety of gloves, safety vest, Duct tape, wire, oil, brake fluid, windshield washer fluid, StopLeak, Anti-freeze, Kneel pad, breaker bar with lug socket, crow bar, bottle jack, jack stand, shop towels, saw, hammer, bungies, nails, wire, and misc...
Sun Visor Molle: Leatherman, knife, pens, paper, pen light, latex gloves...
That should be nearly all of it, probably missed a few things...
And AAA!

One thing I haven’t seen yet is trash bags works good for make shift ponchos but also you can use them for warmth if sleeping also, chicken grit or kitty litter for traction not just for your truck but you as well.

What on Earth is there to hunt in the Adirondacks worth all of that trouble? Come on down to Virginia. You are allowed to shoot more deer than three families can eat in a year. You will need a light jacket on most days, but you should bring an extra sweatshirt for underneath just in case.

Bob, great idea. You also reminded me keep a jug of table salt like Morton's. It melts ice right away super cheap small enough to store easily. I like to spread some in front of the tires when I get out so when I get back I'm good to go, especially if snow or ice is thick.

Log chain

A candle with 4 wicks and a bic lighter is awful handy also some parachute cord to tie back or up the extra links on your tire chains in case you have to use them. Also if I were you after you get to the camp I'd put the chains on all 4 tires right away and have tarp straps for chain tightners on the outside and check to make sure the chains fit before you leave for camp .
I make my own tire chains after seeing a friend struggle with his that were to small for his pickup.
While I'm at it I'd also suggest adding extra cross links which will improve the ride, those chains will have a cross every 4 side links add a cross link at the 2nd side link.

A long handled shovel is handy when and if you get stuck in deep snow or a small width grain scoop shovel with a D handle can be helpful to have two shovels in case your friend who is with you tries telling you your shoveling wrong he or she can then demonstrate how to do it right ha ha

Have fun and shoot straight !
Allan

I did forget, I do have a large heavy duty commercial type trash bag and and a couple emergency ponchos. I also always have several walmart plastic bags with me all the time, I always leave a place a little better than I found it by picking up some trash.

Also forgot the 1.5 gallon gas can, rope, parachute cord, several lighters, matches, fire starter, second tarp and a couple of small paperbacks.

I don't carry it much but I bought a handheld HAM radio(Baofeng UV-5R, only $23!) I have figured out how to set it up to scan, NOAA, County Dispatch(FD), DOT, Sheriff, Simplex and two Repeaters. We have large area with no cell phone signal. I can use it only as a scanner and in a true emergency now but plan to get a license this spring.

I'm thinking of buying a small/collapsible type of lightweight shovel, like 1 that could even be strapped to a snowmobile. Any thoughts on a good little shovel like that that those of us that snowmobile might like?

like this https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07XZLYF5C/ref=psdc_13755561_t1_B002SIR91A#customerReviews

Chain, handyman jack, and t posts with a driver and come-a-long (poor mans 4-wheel drive and winch LOL)

If you dont have gear to get back on the road then you need a lot more paraphernalia for your long camping out session!

I also have a bag of potatoes in the back the truck. With potatoes you can make french fries, chips and Vodka ..... its like other vegetables are not even trying.

This post started in september and the hunt was going to be in late November. Anyone hear from Zuter since??

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Bleeding out is the number one killer in the field and learning how to use a tourniquet will not only save your life it will save others lives. I like the rats tourniquets because it works on children and dogs. I use rubber bands to attach it to my stock, so I can get to it quick. If your using a chainsaw, I would have it on my person. I carry at least two.

https://ratsmedical.com/collections/rats-tourniquets

LED headlamp so you can put your tire chains on in the dark without holding a flashlight in your mouth!