How to Dress for Hunting in Cold Weather
If cold weather doesn't deter the prey, it shouldn't deter the hunter. Cold-weather hunting can actually be superior to warm-weather hunting in several ways. For one, the hunting lands are less crowded when the weather is unfavorable, so even the usually crowded public-hunting lands can be solitary and rewarding. Also, many animals that don't usually brave the dangers of the outside world emerge in winter to look for food. Cold-weather hunting is great as long as you are prepared for it.
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Instructions
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Purchase better fabrics if you can afford them, like fleece, wool or fur. They will keep you warm and ensure that your hunting experience won't be ruined because of the cold.
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Start getting dressed with something like long underwear, which will form the first line of protection from chilling wind while also helping to seal your body heat to your body.
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Layer your clothes. After long underwear, put your regular hunting clothes right on top. With layering, you have perfect control over exactly how warm or cold you are.
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Dress yourself next in large, wind-breaking overclothes, including pants and a jacket. They should be camouflaged specifically for your cold-weather conditions. They can be purchased at any hunting supply store or at websites like Cabelas.com (see Resources below).
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Remember to give your hands and feet the same treatment your body receives by using glove and boot liners. Blood is what keeps you warm, and your fingers and toes--with the smallest vessels--often get cold the fastest.
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Tips & Warnings
Remember that even if your clothes feel warm enough when you step outside, you will be out in the elements for a long time, often motionless. It's a good idea to dress warmer than you think you should, and take off layers when necessary.
Don't forget your anti-scent spray or cream. You can still sweat and smell in the cold, and if the animals smell it, you'll never see them.
In very cold weather, there are 2 enemies: the temperature and the wind. Preventing one without the other is useless, so make sure you always mind both before you brave the elements.
An overlooked danger is overheating. Counter-intuitively, some people overheat from their heavy clothing. If you feel hot, sweaty and lightheaded, open something up to cool your body down.
