I can remember it like it was yesterday, although I wish I could erase the memory. I was familiar with guns and shooting, but had never gone Deer hunting and was invited by some friends. So rather than go out and buy Camouflage Clothing and a Deer Rifle, I borrowed a rifle and decided to use my old Military Fatigues as Hunting Apparel. Big mistake. On a 40 degree day with a steady drizzle, my first hunting experience was spent hovered against a tree as wind protection, soaked to the bone. The 4 layers of clothing I was wearing felt as though I was carrying 60 pounds on my shoulders due to the water weight, and I was sick for a week. The lesson here is don’t be cheap, or stupid, purchase adequate Camouflage Jackets for Deer Hunting.
There are literally hundreds of designs and materials used in Camouflage Jackets for Deer Hunting, and many can be worn as daily apparel as well. However, not all Camouflage Jackets are appropriate for Deer Hunting. A person who Bow Hunts Deer needs more latitude to move as they draw the bow. Someone hunting Deer from a tree stand needs a warmer Camouflage Jacket, as they generate less body heat from a lack of movement and so on. Here are 5 Camouflage Jackets for Deer Hunting that are more than appropriate:
Ronyn “Silent Fleece” Camouflage Insulated Hunting Jacket – Ronyn makes this Jacket in 4 patterns and it is breathable, waterproof, and windproof. There are 2 inside pockets and 2 front flap pockets, with a ribbed cuff and waistband. This jacket is insulated with 3M Thinsulate Insulation and comes in sizes medium to XXL priced at $85.00 available at www.camooutfitter.com
Realtree Road Trips All Purpose HD XLT Jacket – This Camouflage Jacket features Scent blocker activated carbon, lightweight construction, and a body lock collar. Also offering a scent proof zipper, draw waist cord, and a rear grommet license loop, it comes in sizes medium to XXL. This Jacket is available for $149.99 www.wingsupply.com
Gander Mountain Guide Series TecH20 Insulated Jacket – Gander Mountain makes this Camouflage Jacket out of quiet micro-tricot fabric, and it has a 100% waterproof and breathable membrane,and filled with thinsulate insulation. It features a removable hood, hidden hand warmer pockets, and is offered in sizes medium to XXL. This Jackets is priced between $99.99 and $109.99 available at www.gandermountain.com
Browning Dry-Lite Jacket – Manufactured by one of the top Outfitters, this Camouflage Jacket is waterproof, windproof and made of breathable fabric. It has water-tight hook and loop cuffs, a draw cord bottom, and even stuffs into a storage bag that’s included. This is available for $99.95 in sizes medium to XXL at www.deerhuntinggateway.com
H3 Hunting Jacket – This Jacket comes in 5 Camouflage patterns, is windproof, waterproof and has a detachable hood. It features 4 pockets, a tricot outer shell and comes in sizes medium to XXXL. It is Available at www.bkkenterprises.com for a price of $217.45
Regardless of which Camouflage Jacket for Deer Hunting you chose, be warm, safe, and a good guardian of our natural resources.
