Hunting Resources

Tips, tactics, and gear breakdowns to help you hunt smarter. Whether you're chasing a new species or dialing in your kit, discover everything you need to make the most of your time in the field
Early Season Scouting: What We're Looking For Before the Season Opens
Early Season Scouting: What We're Looking For Before the Season Opens
|Noah Nielson
Early Season Scouting: What We're Looking For Before the Season Opens Long before opening day arrives, we're already spending time behind the glass. Every year, hunters get caught up in... Read more...
Merino Wool: Why It Has Become the Standard for Serious Hunters
Merino Wool: Why It Has Become the Standard for Serious Hunters
|Noah Nielson
Merino Wool: Why It Has Become the Standard for Serious Hunters Merino wool has become one of the most widely used materials in modern hunting apparel, and for good reason.... Read more...
The Most Successful Hunts Often Start Months Before Opening Day
The Most Successful Hunts Often Start Months Before Opening Day
|Noah Nielson
The Most Successful Hunts Often Start Months Before Opening Day Most hunters think preparation begins a few weeks before the season opens. That's when bows get tuned, rifles get sighted... Read more...
What Beginners Usually Get Wrong About Spring Hunting
What Beginners Usually Get Wrong About Spring Hunting
|Noah Nielson
What Beginners Usually Get Wrong About Spring Hunting Most people picture spring hunting as easier than fall. Warmer weather. Longer days. Less snow. Everything feels a little more relaxed. Then... Read more...
The Difference Between Gear You Wear and Gear You Trust
The Difference Between Gear You Wear and Gear You Trust
|Noah Nielson
The Difference Between Gear You Wear and Gear You Trust Most hunters have owned both. There’s gear you wear because it technically works. And then there’s gear you trust. The... Read more...
The Best Time of Day to Spot Spring Bears
The Best Time of Day to Spot Spring Bears
|Noah Nielson
The Best Time of Day to Spot Spring Bears One of the things people always want to know before their first spring bear hunt is when bears are actually moving.... Read more...
Spring Bear Hunting: Why It Might Be the Most Underrated Hunt of the Year
Spring Bear Hunting: Why It Might Be the Most Underrated Hunt of the Year
|Noah Nielson
Spring Bear Hunting: Why It Might Be the Most Underrated Hunt of the Year You feel it right away. That first hike in—cool air, quiet mountains, patches of snow still... Read more...
Spring Bear: The Layering System
Spring Bear: The Layering System
|Noah Nielson
Spring Bear: The Layering System You don’t really think about your layering system until it’s wrong. It usually starts early in the morning. You step out of the truck, and... Read more...
Rain Gear for Hunters: What Actually Works in Spring
Rain Gear for Hunters: What Actually Works in Spring
|Noah Nielson
Rain Gear for Hunters: What Actually Works in Spring Spring hunting rarely stays dry for long. Between passing storms, wet vegetation, and unpredictable weather, moisture is one of the biggest... Read more...
What Should Beginners Know About Spring Hunting?
What Should Beginners Know About Spring Hunting?
|Noah Nielson
What Should Beginners Know About Spring Hunting? Spring hunting is one of the best times of year to get started. Animals are active, conditions are constantly changing, and you’ll learn... Read more...
What to Wear for Spring Bear Hunting
What to Wear for Spring Bear Hunting
|Noah Nielson
What to Wear for Spring Bear Hunting Spring bear hunting is one of the most rewarding—and most unpredictable—hunts of the year. You might start your morning hiking through snow and... Read more...
What to Wear Hunting in Cold Weather: A Complete Layering System Guide
What to Wear Hunting in Cold Weather: A Complete Layering System Guide
|Noah Nielson
What to Wear Hunting in Cold Weather: A Complete Layering System Guide Cold weather hunting isn’t about wearing the thickest jacket you can find—it’s about layering the right way. Hunters... Read more...
Lightweight vs. Heavyweight Hunting Rain Gear: What’s Right for You?
Lightweight vs. Heavyweight Hunting Rain Gear: What’s Right for You?
|EJ Saunders
The unpredictability of weather is part of the thrill and challenge of hunting. A sudden downpour can turn a promising hunt into a wet and miserable experience if you’re not... Read more...
Best Lightweight Hunting Clothing for Early Season: Stay Cool, Quiet, and Concealed
Best Lightweight Hunting Clothing for Early Season: Stay Cool, Quiet, and Concealed
|EJ Saunders
When it comes to early season hunting, the heat can be just as much of an obstacle as the game you’re chasing. Scorching temperatures, thick vegetation, and increased physical activity... Read more...
Gearing Up Across the Globe: What to Pack for South American Hunts
Gearing Up Across the Globe: What to Pack for South American Hunts
|EJ Saunders
When it comes to diverse hunting destinations, South America finds itself right at the top of that list. Offering everything from high-altitude red stag chases in Chile to steamy dove... Read more...
The Ultimate Guide to the Best Hunting Clothing for Every Season & Terrain
The Ultimate Guide to the Best Hunting Clothing for Every Season & Terrain
|EJ Saunders
Every serious hunter knows that success in the field hinges on preparation—and one of the most important elements of preparation is your clothing. Whether you're trekking through snow-covered ridges in... Read more...
Top 3 Merino Wool Base Layers for Backcountry Hunting
Top 3 Merino Wool Base Layers for Backcountry Hunting
|EJ Saunders
When you're miles deep in the backcountry, your gear can make or break your hunt—especially your base layers. The right merino wool base layer can keep you warm, dry, and... Read more...
Wool Hunting Clothes for Women: The Best Options in 2025
Wool Hunting Clothes for Women: The Best Options in 2025
|EJ Saunders
When hunting apparel, women need gear that offers the perfect balance of performance, fit, and comfort. Whether trekking through the backcountry, sitting in a tree stand for hours, or stalking... Read more...
The Evolution of High-End Hunting Gear: Trends in Performance and Style
The Evolution of High-End Hunting Gear: Trends in Performance and Style
|EJ Saunders
Hunting gear has evolved greatly since the days of heavy wool jackets and leather boots. What once prioritized sheer utility now embodies a perfect blend of performance, style, and cutting-edge... Read more...
Top Hunting Regions in Kansas and Their Prime Game Species
Top Hunting Regions in Kansas and Their Prime Game Species
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Kansas has more than earned its reputation as one of the United States' premier hunting destinations, offering a wide range of habitats that support an impressive variety of game species. ... Read more...
How to Choose the Best Men’s Hunting Clothes for Your Region
How to Choose the Best Men’s Hunting Clothes for Your Region
|EJ Saunders
When heading into the wild, the right hunting gear can make all the difference between a successful hunt and a miserable experience. Choosing hunting clothes tailored to your region ensures... Read more...
Conquer Every Season with SKRE Gear’s Extreme All-Season Bundle
Conquer Every Season with SKRE Gear’s Extreme All-Season Bundle
|EJ Saunders
The "Conquer Every Season with SKRE Gear’s Extreme All-Season Bundle" blog post highlights the essential features and benefits of SKRE Gear's comprehensive bundle, designed to equip hunters for year-round success.... Read more...
Kickstart Your Hunting Journey with SKRE Gear’s Elite Starter Bundle
Kickstart Your Hunting Journey with SKRE Gear’s Elite Starter Bundle
|EJ Saunders
When starting your hunting journey, having the right gear is more than just a luxury—it’s essential. The right hunting gear can mean the difference between a successful, enjoyable hunt and... Read more...
Hunting & Wilderness Survival - Skre Gear
Hunting & Wilderness Survival
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Updated 1/11/2023 Wilderness Survival They say what doesn't kill you makes you stronger. Consequently, a few of the scores of hunter's who go each year afield don't get a second... Read more...
Antelope Hunting Basics with Eric Stanosheck - Skre Gear
Antelope Hunting Basics with Eric Stanosheck
|EJ Saunders
Today on the Skre Country Podcast, we have Collin Averett sitting in for Mike Nielsen, who is out taking care of a mule deer buck his son tagged out on... Read more...
Wilderness Survival with Roland Welker - Skre Gear
Wilderness Survival with Roland Welker
|EJ Saunders
On our podcast today, we have History Channel's 'Alone - Season 7' winner, Roland Welker to talk to us all about wilderness survival and his experience on the popular reality... Read more...
Welcome to the Skre Country Podcast - Skre Gear
Welcome to the Skre Country Podcast
|EJ Saunders
 There have been a lot of Skre customers and supporters asking when we would be starting a podcast. So here it is - we are proud to introduce today the... Read more...
Body Recovery After Hunting - Skre Gear
Body Recovery After Hunting
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What's going on? This is Andrew Schubert and I want to talk to you about body recovery after hunting. So you've been successful. You shot your elk or your high-country... Read more...
Backcountry Safety And Taking Care Of Your Body - Skre Gear
Backcountry Safety And Taking Care Of Your Body
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What's going on? It's Andrew Schubert and I'm here to talk to you about backcountry safety and how to take care of your body on a backcountry hunt. Over the... Read more...
Backcountry Nutrition And Meal Prep While Hunting - Skre Gear
Backcountry Nutrition And Meal Prep While Hunting
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Hey, what's going on. It’s Andrew Schubert and I want to talk to you about proper backcountry nutrition. So when we go into the backcountry, we are completely at the mercy... Read more...
Wild Hog: Proper Preparing For the Smoker - Skre Gear
Wild Hog: Proper Preparing For the Smoker
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Hello there. Today, I'm going to talk to you about wild hogs, specifically what to do after the shot. Guys, we want to take these pigs home. We want to... Read more...
Field Judging Pronghorn Antelope - Skre Gear
Field Judging Pronghorn Antelope
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The pronghorn antelope is one of the most unique big game animals in North America. Knowing how to field judge a trophy pronghorn antelope can be one of the most... Read more...
What Should Your Hunting Plan Include? - Skre Gear
What Should Your Hunting Plan Include?
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With draw results coming out for states all around the country, and others just around the corner, hunters all over are gearing up for their upcoming hunts. Deer, elk, sheep,... Read more...
Hunting in the 21st Century - Skre Gear
Hunting in the 21st Century
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Boy, has hunting changed a lot in the 21st century! A large part of that undeniably has to do with the advancements in hunting technology. Optics, range finding, handheld ballistic... Read more...
Evolution of Hunting Gear
Evolution of Hunting Gear
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Gear utilized to hunt big dangerous mountains and access rugged remote backcountry has evolved drastically over the last century and gratefully so. To bag the trophy of a lifetime and... Read more...
Did you Draw Your First Big Game tag Out West? What's next! - Skre Gear
Did you Draw Your First Big Game tag Out West? What's next!
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Receiving your first western big game tag in the mail is a pretty exciting event. The question now is, “How are you going to ensure you have a great experience... Read more...
Top Ten Bow Hunting Mistakes - Skre Gear
Top Ten Bow Hunting Mistakes
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Top Ten Hunting Mistakes The only hunters who can say they have never made a mistake while hunting are hunters who have never gone hunting. It’s inevitable that a few... Read more...
The Well Rounded Hunter - Skre Gear
The Well Rounded Hunter
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One of the things that I look back on over the years that has impacted my journey in one of the most dramatic ways, is hunting multiple environments and doing... Read more...
Archery Hunting Clothing
Archery Hunting Clothing
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The days of having limited choices when it comes to selecting archery hunting clothing are long gone. I grew up in the era of blue jeans and heavy cotton jackets... Read more...
Merino Wool - Skre Gear
Merino Wool
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Why Merino Wool? I get asked this question often as hunters search for a solid base layer that has all the performance qualities they are looking for. If you’ve never... Read more...
Glassing, A Game Changer
Glassing, A Game Changer
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Hunting Deer with Dad I grew up hunting deer with my Dad in Southern Utah. Each year we performed the same ritual. We were up by 4 am saddling the... Read more...
Why do we hunt? - Skre Gear
Why do we hunt?
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Hunters get a Bad Rep Hunters tend to get a bad rap by those who view hunting as a cruel and unnecessary sport. They are viewed as cold-blooded killers with... Read more...
What is Skre?
What is Skre?
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Gear Junkies I have become somewhat of a gear junkie over the last decade. With each passing year, I find myself venturing deeper and deeper into the back-country. Hunting many... Read more...