great gear isn't real important at first BUT I would advise you to get the very best glass you can afford . I am a FIRM BELIEVER IN LETTING MY EYES DO AS MUCH OF THE WALKING AS POSSIBLE.
imo, good glass is THE most important gear item in any hunters aresenal. more important even then the weapon you choose .
can't kill what you can't find.
you will hear an endless steam of hunters who walk 10 plus miles a day. not necessary on most occasions.
learn to hunt smarter ,not harder and you WILL find success.
have you ever tried to pack a deer or an elk out from 5-10 miles in ? I have .it is not a pleasant experience . though it is satisfying three or four days after it's over.