New Mexico- Spotting scope or not?

[jeffhelland]

Would y’all bring a spotting scope to a NM fall bear hunt? We’re backpacking for 7 days and obviously concerned about weight. Before I had one for use at the range, I wasn’t planning on spending the money. FWIW it’s a Nikon ED50 w/16x eyepiece. I also have a pair of Athlon Cronus 10x42.


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[PredatorSlayer]

Are you just going to shoot any bear or are you wanting to try and judge size/quality? If you are wanting to be picky, take a spotter. If you don’t care, no need.

 

[jeffhelland]

Are you just going to shoot any bear or are you wanting to try and judge size/quality? If you are wanting to be picky, take a spotter. If you don’t care, no need.

It’s my first western hunt, I’m not going to be picky. Thanks for the advice.


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[dtrkyman]

Bino's on a tripod, 15s are money but 10s will be ok, a moving bear is not hard to pick out or one in the open, but they tend to dissapear in the oak brush!

 

[eaglemountainman]

Since my spotter is compact and only weighs 28oz, I never need to ask that question. It's ALWAYS in my pack. I like to assess an animal before I invest time, sweat and boot leather.

On the other hand, you've stated that you're willing to tag any animal. In that case, you should be just fine with your binos.