Some very good points here - My State requires out of state hunters to be guided in Wilderness areas. Get yourself a GPS with the capability of downloading topo maps. Most States have online mapping capabilities that are compatable with some GPS units. USGS topo maps are okay if you are semi familiar with the area you've draw or intend to hunt. My state is High plains where the altitudes at base camp could be in the 7 to 8 thousand foot range where you may have to hunt up to 11 thousand feet. Arrive early and acclimate yourself. HYDRATE HYDRATE HYDRATE water is heavy, don't trust any stream be prepared to treat water as some bugs will kill you in a hurry.