Camo hunting gear helps hunters blend into the terrain and foliage to get closer to game, giving you a better shot. However, camo alone won’t make you invisible. Use quiet clothing to circumvent an animal’s keen sense of hearing; scent-control camo can mask human odor; hunt with the wind in your favor for optimal success.
Ghillie Suit
Ghillie suits (also referred to as Yowie or Wookie suits) are used to blend into their environment and break up silhouettes, often worn by military snipers to conceal themselves from enemies and targets while remaining hidden during firefights and target practice. Ghillie suits have become increasingly popular with hunters, paintballers and Stunt & Action Actors performing stunts or action scenes who need to remain hidden during performance.
Ghillie suits do not actually hide you or make you blend into the surrounding environment like regular camouflage does; rather they make it more difficult for anyone – particularly at longer ranges – to identify that someone is there, thus contributing to stealthy combat strategies that increase success rates and avoid detection as recommended by Sun Tzu in his Art of War text “the key to victory lies in avoiding detection at all costs”. Ghillie suits help achieve that end goal.
Face Mask
No matter if you’re hunting turkeys, whitetails, waterfowl or small game; our camo face mask can help you blend in seamlessly with your surroundings. Designed to conceal scent, prevent sweat dripping down your arms or face and keep grit from entering your eyes as well as keeping out cold wind and rain; all while remaining comfortable.
SITKA Gear’s hunting camo patterns have been scientifically designed to accommodate animal vision. Deer in particular can have difficulty distinguishing green hues from red ones, making green clothing especially useful when trying to blend in.
Hunting camo patterns tend to be more environment-specific than military camo designs because game animals often rely on scent, sound and motion detection when sensing threats. Kryptek camo, for instance, used by Army helicopter pilots can appear much different from Realtree in different settings.
Headnet
Keep the bugs at bay with this handy head net, featuring thin shock cord loops that slip under your armpits and connect to a small cord lock at the front of your shirt, creating an effective seal around your head. Adjustment is easy, while it remains securely in place when not in use.
The lightweight mesh keeps midges and gnats at bay while providing unobstructed visibility, with its breathable fabric making it comfortable during warm-weather excursions. Furthermore, its compactness and light weight make it portable; plus it comes complete with its own pull string stuff sack for effortless packing and storage – essential gear for campers, hikers and trampers!
Base Layers
Base layers are designed to sit close to your skin and wick away sweat away from your body, keeping you dry in cold weather conditions. Available in various materials and weights with features like Polygiene StayFresh anti-odor protection technology as well as different fit options, base layers offer comfort all year round.
If you’re in search of a lightweight layer that won’t cause an increase in body heat as you move, the Smartwool Classic Thermal Merino 1/4 Zip may be just what’s necessary. Not only is it warm and breathable; its snug yet comfortable fit prevents sleeves from riding up and chafing wrists during hikes. Plus, stealth thumb loops prevent sleeves from riding up uncomfortably during wear.
An essential piece for outdoor enthusiasts, wool base layers come in various fabric weights to suit different activities and environments, from lightweight to midweight and heavyweight fabrics. Lightweight options can be worn alone or under wind jackets while warmer environments may call for a merino-spandex blend, providing natural benefits of wool combined with stretchiness of spandex.