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Essential Dog Training and Upland Bird Hunting Gear of 2023

Here are some items you'll want to have on deck this off-season.

Essential Dog Training and Upland Bird Hunting Gear of 2023

Looking to add some new gear to your operation this season? Check out these gotta-have items. (Photo By: Brian Goodman/Shutterstock.com)

Pyke Gear Tongass Jacket

Pyke Gear Tongass Jacket
Pyke Gear Tongass Jacket

This highly technical upland jacket from Pyke will keep you dry in the nastiest weather Mother Nature can throw at you with its three-layer, 100 percent waterproof design that breathes well so you can push confidently to the next cover. The Tongass Jacket is very comfortable with articulated elbows and core venting areas to cool you down when the going gets tough. All four pockets are also strategically placed so you can have access around your strap vest. The Tongass is lightweight, packable, and blaze orange to keep you noticeable in thick cover. Made in the USA.

$400 | pykegear.com

Orvis Trekkage LT Adventure Tote

Orvis Trekkage LT Adventure Tote
Orvis Trekkage LT Adventure Tote

This classic camo 25L tote is a part of Orvis’ Trekkage series that has a variety of bag options for upland hunters who are bent on travel this coming fall. The Adventure tote is spacious and features ample pockets to hold plenty of training and traveling essentials for you and your gun dog. High-wear areas are reinforced with extra-tough 800D nylon so the tote can last for many road trips to come. 

$98 | orvis.com


Final Rise All-Terrain Field Pant

Final Rise All-Terrain Field Pant
Final Rise All-Terrain Field Pant

Like all of Final Rise’s products, this brand-new upland pant is designed carefully from real-life hunting experience. It is versatile and lightweight enough to tackle early seasons out west with dual YKK zippered side vents and eyelet mesh lining for quick cooling. But with double layered four-way stretch nylon and water repellent fabric, you can handle the prairies late in the season in comfort as well. Available in coyote brown or ranger green and made in the USA.

$250 | finalrise.com

WaterPort Day Tank

WaterPort Day Tank
WaterPort Day Tank

Hunting and off-season training aren't complete without dirty dogs, but a convenient way to clean your workin' dog after a hard day afield is always nice. The 3.85-gallon water tank from WaterPort is the perfect truck accessory. The tank pressurizes when you fill it from your garden hose, or the included schraeder valve allows you to pressurize on the go using an air compressor or bike pump. A multi-pattern nozzle has four different settings including a jet rinse and shower setting. Mount the tank directly to your hitch, truck bed, or roof rack for easy transportation and use (mounts sold separately).

$240 | thewaterport.com


Ruff Land Kennels Water Hole

Ruff Land Kennels Water Hole
Ruff Land Kennels Water Hole

Whether you are tackling pre-season tune ups with your string of retrievers or the Montana prairie early-season with your big-running pointers, access to clean water is essential for your gun dogs. This water hole from Ruff Land holds up to one gallon of water and continually replenishes itself so you can hang out by the tailgate a little longer and get some rest too.

$50 | rufflandkennels.com

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