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When planning a prairie dog hunting adventure it is crucial to take into consideration purchasing the appropriate clothing for this particular type of hunting. A camouflage pattern is obligatory for hunting prairie dogs, one that should imitate the surroundings in which you will conduct your prairie dog hunts. When choosing the clothing, a prairie dog hunter must take into consideration his needs, some of them might be: clothing that protect the hunter’s body from heavy brush and thickets as he walks through them; clothing material that “breathes“ while the hunter moves throughout the hunting day; insulated clothing that can retain the body heat etc.

Luckily, there are many manufactures that can offer all of the above mentioned but choosing the most appropriate products can be a difficult thing to do as there are so many variations. A hunter must also consider the so-called “silent“ clothing which a prairie dog hunter should own due to the reason that the hard clothing is in most of the cases noisy when it rubs on brush and will most likely warn the prey. The sound that your clothes will be making when they will be in contact with the environment will scare the prairie dog or it will make him wary, resulting in a tricky shot.

For a prairie dog hunter, soft wool knitted and soft cotton materials are recommended but on the market, there are many synthetic materials that provide not only protection but also warmth. Common choices among not only prairie dog hunters but other hunters as well are synthetic fleece shirts and pants that are windproof and waterproof (due to the reason that they provide warmth and are silent). Some of the most popular syntethic fabrics are shikari and saddle cloth as they combine abrasion protection, silence and weatherproofing. Also, they have a rather “slick“ finish which will not pick up burrs and debris.

The time of the year in which you will be hunting prairie dogs is very crucial when choosing the most suitable clothing accessories: insulated or not, water/windproof, single/several layered, brown/green camouflage. Speaking of colors, orange is obligatory for safety reasons. Waterproof footwear and clothing are a must in any weather conditions as they will guarantee that you will stay dry at all times even when the weather conditions tend to be totally unpredictable.

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Get both 100% waterproof, breathable RainBlocker protection and warm, comfortable Digital Burley fleece with these reversible pants. The elasticized waist is perfect for reversing. The Realtree side has two zippered front pockets with storm flaps, two cargo side pockets with snap closure and rear zippered welt pockets. Diamond crotch gusset provides extra freedom of movement. 20″ leg zippers with kissing welt zipper closure.

Used for years by U.S. armed forces, these are the socks coveted by those who won’t let extreme conditions keep them inside. Engineered to be worn over regular socks, they form a 100% waterproof, yet breathable, barrier between your footwear and your feet so perspiration vapor can escape. Even if your boots or shoes get soaked, your feet will stay dry and comfortable inside these socks thanks to the GORE-TEX membrane sandwiched between their two layers of fabric. These socks are also windproof. Virtually impervious to the elements, these are the perfect socks for just about any outdoor adventure. Hand wash, air dry only.

100% waterproof GORE-TEX lining keeps water out while allowing internal perspiration vapors to escape. The Vibram rubber outsole grips any surface with a small-lug design that won’t pick up mud and debris. Goodyear welt construction ensures lasting performance. They added articulated flex areas above the heel and in the eye stays for minimal break-in time. A fully gusseted tongue results in a better fit. There’s an extra-wide pull loop on the rich leather collar. 400-gram Thinsulate Ultra Insulation.

The Stalker Fleece Jacket is built for scent-eliminating concealment in mild to extreme conditions. Polyester tricot shell has water-resistant DWR treatment backed by a fully seam-sealed windproof, waterproof and breathable membrane. Two-way offset full-zipper front for top shooting performance. Two upper chest pockets, two side waterproof pockets. Drop tail with hidden pulls for scent control. Zip-off adjustable articulated hood. It incorporates SilverMax technology to kill odors before they form at the molecular level. Powered by X-static technology, SilverMax fibers have a 360° layer of pure silver - an effective antimicrobial agent.

The main body holds up to 18 shotgun shells, and the removable shell sleeves hold an additional 18, so you’ll always have plenty of rounds where you can get them quickly. One large chest pocket with Velcro-secured flap keeps small items secure and dry. And, because 3mm neoprene is an excellent insulator, this vest also provides and extra measure of warmth when the temperature drops. Imported. One size fits most.