What deer hunting gear do you rely on throughout the season? Here are some essentials we always have with us in the woods.

These cool mornings are getting us excited for the deer season! As we think about the coming months, several things come to mind, including where to hunt and when to go, as well as what gear can help us maximize our time in the woods. If you’re like us, and look to the season with great anticipation, you’ve probably already made your own list. Here’s ours.

Camouflage - Sitka

Durable, breathable, water repellant, and quiet. That’s Sitka. They really revolutionized the hunter’s layering system. From the fabrics they choose to the technology they use to construct their garments, this is camo that performs in all seasons. Whether it’s hot and humid or cold and humid, Sitka will help keep you comfortable for those long sits during the rut.

Boots - LaCrosse

LaCrosse Boots can withstand hard use. And are designed to help our feet stay dry in low, wet areas like we often find here in Alabama. They are also priced really well. LaCrosse Boots are comfortable, in case you need to cover some ground, and are easy to slip on and off.

Flashlight - Olight

Olight flashlights and headlamps are great for the dense and incredibly dark southeastern whitetail deer woods. The Warrior Mini 2 flashlight can be turned up to 1,750 lumens to give you a hands-free light that makes hiking through the woods easy. It’s also great for following a blood trail.

Meat Transportation - Yeti

In the late fall and winter when temperatures are cool, you can hang a deer overnight, debone the meat the next morning, pile it into a Yeti cooler, and it will stay cold for a day or better. If you pull into hunting camp on Friday night, kill a deer Saturday morning, but don’t plan on heading home until Sunday, stick the meat in a Yeti. Especially when day temperatures are warm. It will be well preserved when you get home or drop it off at the processor.

Optics - Sig Sauer

Though Sig Sauer started out as a firearm company, their optics have come a long way. Offering great clarity and a wide field of view, the latter of which is extremely important here in the Alabama deer woods, Sig Sauer’s rifle scopes may the ticket to your next big buck.

For all your whitetail deer hunting gear needs, stop by the store! We’re located on Highway 72 E across from Lowe’s in Athens, Alabama.