Attention All Hunters: 'Tis the Open Season
Hunting tips for anyone getting ready for the hunting season. Helpful checklist of necessities included, along with safety information. Avoid getting lost, buy quality products, avoid snow blindness, etc.
Cheyenne, WY (PRWEB) October 9, 2005 -- There is something about the brisk air and crisp leaves that gives hunters an extra reason to get up in the morning. It’s time to get out your stale boots and dusty scopes from the garage, and check your supplies. First, you need to make sure you have all that you need, and that everything is in working order. We have gathered a few tips for you before you head for the woods:
Tick season is April through September in North America, so keep up your guard for the remainder of their season as you start yours. Tuck your shirts in your pants and your pants in your boots to keep unwanted ticks and other pea-sized pests out of your way. Give yourself some credit for all the work you put into hunting. Buy top-quality brands for all your gear: “Don’t let your gear let you down. Buy quality product that will hold up under rigorous conditions—especially boots and socks. You don’t want to miss that trophy because your feet had blisters. Sore feet are sure to ruin your hunt.”—take it from Dave Dietel, avid hunter and buyer for Sierra Trading Post.
Your feet are extremely important. Keep your feet dry with a pair of waterproof boots and moisture-wicking socks. Ladies, it’s important to remember to buy specific female-designed boots. Don’t settle for a men’s boot in a smaller size, because women’s feet are constructed differently—higher arches, a narrower profile, a higher instep, a thinner Achilles tendon, and a lower starting point for the calf muscle. It’s important to stay comfortable, so keep your feet in mind.
Avoid getting lost by simply looking behind you, and memorize what the trail should look like when you return. Pack some waterproof matches in your pocket, and don’t forget self-heating hand and foot warmers for your gloves and boots. Pockets are great, so buy gear with lots of storage space for your compass, calls, map, or your beef jerky craving. Hydration packs are a must, and it’s always a good idea to bring an extra water carrier for your furry friends, and for washing game. Always pick the right backdrop for the appropriate occasion and time of year for camouflage, water-proof windbreakers, jackets, gear bags, and field blinds.
You’ll need different ammunition, depending on distance and game. Bring some protective headphones to mute gunfire. To spot your prey, try some good binoculars, and pack a bore sighting tool and a spotting scope. Helpful hint: choke up on the strap of your binoculars. It reduces swaying during your stride and creates easy access when the bushes start rustling. Safety glasses protect your eyes from a) shrapnel, b) UV rays and c) snow blindness if they are UV protective. If you start to feel like everything looks like snow, get out of the sun, drink plenty of water, and put a cool cloth over your eyes or some UV protective sunglasses to filter the light. Some dragging straps are helpful for leverage and dragging game back more easily. Don’t forget a camera to capture your prize, and at the end of your adventure, pull the collar up on your Gor-Tex® hunting parka for the chilly walk home.
About Sierra Trading Post: Headquartered in Cheyenne, Wyoming, Sierra Trading Post operates a trio of retail stores, an online store http://www.SierraTradingPost.com, and eight mail order catalogs with an annual circulation of more than 60 million. Sierra Trading Post has a whole section of our store dedicated to outfitting your hunting camp, so come check it out.
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