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Hunting Essentials: Deer Camp Gear That Works

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Deer camp gear I would pack for a hunt that works: glassing, scent control, camp comfort and getting a deer out of the woods. I compared well-reviewed options and picked the ones that earn their place in the kit. Some links may earn me a commission.
 
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My pick for scouting a deer spot without walking in every day — this cellular trail camera, rated well by Walmart reviewers (88 of 93 ratings at 4 or 5 stars, with 71 written reviews). I would hang it where AT&T or Verizon coverage is solid, and ...
Stealth Cam Fusion Max 2.0 26MP Cellular Trail Camera, 1080p HD Video, Dual-SIM, 16GB Internal Storage, Weatherproof (STC-FXWTX2)
 
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My pick for topping a deer rifle with a proven scope — this 3-9x40 Crossfire II, rated well by Walmart reviewers (493 of 516 ratings at 4 or 5 stars, with 381 written reviews). I would choose the V-Plex reticle version with its fully multi-coated len...
Vortex Optics Crossfire II 3-9X40 Riflescope - V-Plex (MOA)
 
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My pick for keeping mosquitoes off the deer stand and at camp — this Thermacell E-ZoneGuard patio repeller bundle, rated well by Walmart reviewers (2,179 of 2,396 ratings at 4 or 5 stars, with 1,026 written reviews). I would set it up 15 minutes befo...
Thermacell Device and Refill
 
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My pick for scent control at deer camp — this 7-piece kit, rated well by Walmart reviewers (240 of 262 ratings at 4 or 5 stars, with 69 written reviews). I would pack its bar soap, antiperspirant, dryer sheets, laundry detergent and field spray, and ...
Dead Down Wind Pro Hunter 2.0 7-Piece Kit Complete System of Scent Elimination for Body, Clothing and Field Use
 
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My pick for staying visible in deer season — this blaze orange vest, rated well by Walmart reviewers (361 of 398 ratings at 4 or 5 stars, with 163 written reviews). I would choose my size — it layers over hunting clothes — and like its quilted should...
Mossy Oak Blaze Orange Men's Hunting Vest, Size L/XL
 
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My pick for cold, wet mornings in the deer stand — this insulated Realtree APX boot, rated well by Walmart reviewers (112 of 120 ratings at 4 or 5 stars, with 46 written reviews). I would choose my size with its 100% waterproof build, 400G Thinsulate...
Realtree Men's Hunting Boot, Insulated, Medium Width, Realtree APX, Size 11
 
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My pick for field dressing at deer camp — this 2-piece gut hook and skinning set, rated well by Walmart reviewers (150 of 161 ratings at 4 or 5 stars, with 54 written reviews). I would choose it for its fixed premium-steel blades, full-tang camo hand...
MOSSY OAK 2-Piece Hunting Knife Set, Fixed Blade Gut Hook & Skinning Knife with Camo Full-Tang Handle and Dual Carry Sheath
 
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My pick for ranging a deer before the shot — this Vortex Crossfire HD 1400, rated well by Walmart reviewers (49 of 53 ratings at 4 or 5 stars, with 35 written reviews). I would choose it for ranging out to 1,400 yards with an HD optical system, slope...
Vortex Optics Crossfire HD 1400
 
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My pick for hunting with a partner from one stand — this 16.5-foot, 2-man ladder stand, rated well by Walmart reviewers (124 of 137 ratings at 4 or 5 stars, with 100 written reviews). I would set it for its 38-by-12-inch padded seat and foot platform...
Guide Gear 16.5' 2-Man Ladder Tree Stand Realtree APX none
 
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My pick for getting a deer out of the woods — this steel deer cart, with 509 of 579 Walmart ratings at 4 or 5 stars and 556 written reviews behind it. I would load it with its steel tube frame, 300-pound capacity and 17-inch spoked wheels, and check ...
Guide Gear Steel Deer Cart
 
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My pick for glassing a field or tree line for deer — these Vortex Triumph HD 10x42 binoculars, rated well by Walmart reviewers (122 of 135 ratings at 4 or 5 stars, with 34 written reviews). I would choose them for the HD optical system with fully mul...
Vortex Optics Triumph HD 10x42 Binoculars
 
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My pick for walking in before light and out after dark — this Energizer Vision HD+ Focus headlamp, rated well by Walmart reviewers (187 of 195 ratings at 4 or 5 stars, with 151 written reviews). I would choose it for 400 lumens and an 85-meter beam, ...
Energizer Vision HD+ Focus LED Headlamp, Bright 400 Lumens, for Hunting, Running, Jogging, Camping, Tactical, Reading and Hiking, 3 AAA Batteries Included
 
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My pick for cold hands in the deer stand and at camp — this 40-pack of HotHands hand warmers, rated well by Walmart reviewers (557 of 616 ratings at 4 or 5 stars, with 228 written reviews). I would choose them for up to 10 hours of heat at an average...
HotHands Hand Warmers 40 Pack
 
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My pick for staying clipped in from the moment I leave the ground — this Summit SU83081 Pro safety harness, rated well by Walmart reviewers (57 of 59 ratings at 4 or 5 stars, with 41 written reviews). I would choose it for its TMA-certified, 300-poun...
Summit SU83081 300 Pound Max Hunting Sport Treestand Safety Pro Harness, Medium
 
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My pick for protecting my ears while sighting in and still hearing deer in the stand — these Walker's Razor Slim earmuffs, rated well by Walmart reviewers (229 of 244 ratings at 4 or 5 stars, with 186 written reviews). I would choose them for NRR 23 ...
Walker's Razor Slim Ultra Low Profile Shooting Hearing Protection Earmuffs, NRR 23, Black