Don’t forget the one who brought you in to this world! Here are a few gift ideas for Mother’s Day that your mom will appreciate this fall when she hits the field.
Prois Pradlann Upland Vest This vest was created specifically for the female form—finally! Prois made sure to pay special attention to shoulder strap, chest strap, and hip belt placement for comfort, while the adjustable length tab in the back accommodates a wide range of women for optimal adjustability. A deep and expandable game bag with lower side panels enables one-armed bird storage. Two deep storage pockets on the back panel provide lots of additional storage space for essential items. Engineered with 420D Nylon Ripstop for extreme durability. $190; proishunting.com
Filson Women’s Swiftwater Rain Jacket Weather can turn quickly while on the hunt—your mom will appreciate this lightweight, packable shell to stuff in her vest. Waterproof and breathable, the Swiftwater can pack into its own pocket making it easy to carry in case of a downpour. Constructed from 2.5-layer nylon laminate with a protective mesh pattern on the inside of the jacket. Water resistant zippers and a two-way adjustable hood help keep out water to keep your mom dry and happy. $195; filson.com
Orvis Women’s Pro LT Hunting Pants Made for early season hunting, the women’s Pro LT pants are perfect for mobility while maintaining durability thanks to a double-weave Cordura performance stretch fabric. Your mom will appreciate the lightweight fabric that is textured to promote wicking and temperature control. DWR treated fabric sheds light moisture, and a hidden drawstring cuff keeps debris out. A cell phone pocket with snap protects your phone, while the front right pocket is reinforced to resist wear when carrying a knife. $60; orvis.com
Lacrosse Estuary Waders It’s not too early to be thinking about the duck marsh. Make sure your mom is prepared with her own set of waders fit specifically for women. The Lacrosse Estuary Waders are made with neoprene that stretches to conform to the body and 1200G Thinsulate for insulation. Abrasion-resistant Brush Tuff material gives the waders extra durability against the terrain and elements. Lacrosse made sure to remove bulk for mobility, and an adjustable chest gusset and athletic X-back straps ensure comfort. $240; lacrossefootwear.com
Pelican G40C Personal Utility Go Charge Case The GO case from Pelican was already a solid piece of gear, now the new G40C offers charging capabilities—making it a must for the duck blind or bird vest. A crushproof and water-resistant exterior shell protects your cell phone and other valuables like keys and wallet, while the new integrated, wireless charging tray gives your phone a power boost—up to four times! An additional micro-USB port is also available to charge non-wireless devices. This dustproof and floatable (up to 1 meter for 30 minutes) case is the perfect gift for your mother to protect her valuables from wet marshes and damp fields. $100; pelican.com
Gerber Suspension-NXT A multi-tool is always a good accessory to carry in your bird vest in case you need to pull thorns from paws or quills from your gun dog’s snout. The Gerber Suspension-NXT has 15 tools in a convenient, every day carry package. A pocket clip keeps it secure in your pocket or belt. Outboard tools are easily accessible thanks to the slim butterfly design, and spring loaded needlenose pliers lessen hand fatigue. $37; gerbergear.com