If you’ve got an active outdoorsman on your gift list, shopping for them can be a challenge. They know exactly what niche specs they need, and they rarely compromise on their gear. Fortunately, Cabela’s has you covered by bringing together the ultimate mid-to-late-season big game hunter’s wishlist under one roof. Whether your loved one is a stealthy wanderer looking for mobile success within tight spaces, a public land trekker looking to shed ounces without sacrificing range on run-and-gun hunts, or a tech-savvy scouter looking to hunt smarter, not harder, this lineup delivers what they need.
Our suggested gear picks point directly to an active deer, turkey, or big-game hunter who doesn’t mind the extra ground work — though he or she will welcome any effective tools to save effort and boost efficiency, or to better embrace modern field tactics. Ranging from premium carbon-barrel rifles and compact ground blinds to high-speed crossbows and cellular trail cams, these select Cabela’s items will check all the boxes to help them punch their tags. Take advantage of the sale prices listed, which will apply only from Nov. 12 – Nov. 22.
The Savage Arms 110 Trophy VSX XP in 6.5 Creedmoor ($699)
This more-than-capable, out-of-the-box hunting setup balances Savage’s legendary action with standard modern upgrades. It packages a highly accurate rifle with an adjustable AccuTrigger, a premium spiral-fluted threaded barrel (suppressor-ready) that sheds weight for backcountry carry, and an adjustable Length of Pull (LOP) with a quality factory-mounted Vortex Crossfire HD 4-12×44 scope that carries a lifetime warranty — eliminating the guesswork that goes into building a long-range hunting rig from scratch. The limbsaver adds all-day range comfort for youth hunters.
Killer Instinct Boss-X Crossbow Package with DC Triggerbox ($299)
With elite-level speed and safety in a compact and affordable package, the Boss X favors hunters operating out of tight ground blinds or dense brush, packing more than enough punch for any North American big game. Measuring a narrow 6.75 inches axle-to-axle when cocked, it offers maneuverability matched by the safe DC Triggerbox de-cocking system you can engage by hand with a simple rope sled.
Moultrie Edge Solar Cellular Trail Camera ($79)
This cellular trail camera offers true “set-and-forget” scouting for remote or sensitive areas by eliminating two headaches of traditional trail cams: dead batteries and full SD cards. Equipped with a built-in rechargeable battery pack that pairs with an adjustable integrated solar panel, it provides virtually uninterrupted, season-long power, and its Auto-Connect feature manages internal memory storage directly through the Moultrie Mobile app. Adjust settings and verify your camera angle in real time.
Vortex Intrepid 1000 Rangefinder ($119)
This budget-friendly, lifetime warranty-backed laser rangefinder (a Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s exclusive) provides rapid, accurate distance readings. It delivers a 500-yard effective range on deer and a crisp 6X magnification, ensuring clear target identification when a trophy animal steps out. Its standout feature is the built-in angle compensation (HCD Corrected Shoot-to-Range), which does the steep-angle math for you so you know exactly which yardage pin to use from a tree stand or across a mountain ravine.
The BlackOut Intrigue X4 Compound Bow Package ($349)
Engineered with an enormous adjustment range supporting draw weights from 20 to 70 pounds and draw lengths from 16” to 30”, this bow can be dialed down for a youth beginner or cranked all the way up into a potent, 315 fps big-game hunting machine. Compact and budget-friendly, it packs premium field perks (like the 80% let-off for shooters to comfortably hold at full draw) that can grow with your family of hunters. It includes a complete BlackOut accessory package.
Pursuit Spring Steel Ground Blind and Chair Combo ($49)
If the hunter on your list needs to change locations quickly, such as a turkey hunter or a public lands hunter looking for a highly mobile, budget-friendly setup, this combo offers an affordable, all-in-one solution to help mask solo hunters who want to get out into the woods without hauling heavy, expensive gear. The lightweight spring-loaded frame and the black interior lining combine with shoot-through mesh to provide excellent concealment, plus it includes a dedicated folding stool with a built-in backrest and under-seat storage.
The Savage Arms 110 VSX Carbon Hunter Bolt-Action Rifle ($924)
This rifle is your best bet for a high-end, backcountry hunting rig on a sub-$1,000 budget. The combination of a lightweight 18” carbon-wrapped barrel, a durable Cerakote action finish, a 20 MOA optics rail, and a pre-installed LimbSaver recoil pad makes this Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s exclusive the ultimate out-of-the-box platform for mountain hunts, especially if you plan to thread on a suppressor.
This article is sponsored by Cabela’s.
