I'd say my priority is to be warm when stationary. What I've don't for elk in the past is pack my coat in then put it on in the stand (carhartt by the way). I'd say that the shell is definitely a need because my current hunting jacket is more of a middle layer and not entirely waterproof. I'd like something warmer than just a rain jacket though. I've been looking at Firstlight and like the sanctuary jacket except the price.
