Hunting

WING SHOTS

Hit the fields this fall with the latest upland hunting apparel to bring down more birds.

BRAIN TRUST When shotguns are swinging at head level all day, it’s crucial to have on a blaze orange lid like the First Lite Brimmed Merino Beanie. Not only is it made from soft, odor-resistant merino wool, but the hat will keep your head toasty even when soaked in morning dew. $30; firstlite.com

SMOOTH OPERATORS Warm hands are vital for getting off accurate shots in chilly temps, which is why Orvis Uplander Shooting Gloves should be a staple in your gun bag. Crafted from super-supple sheepskin, these barely there gloves maintain dexterity while warding off cramping cold. $79; orvis.com

BRUSH BEATERS The four-way stretch nylon clad Grinder Pants from Sitka offer comfortable and warm protection while ambling through prickly fields in search of hidden quarry. A plethora of pockets—including two zippered, diagonal ones on the thighs—keep necessities close. $199; sitkagear.com

A PLACE FOR YOUR STUFF Wearing Filson’s Upland Guide Strap Vest when bird hunting means you can bring along all your esssentials—shells, first aid, water, etc.—in its numerous stash spots. The wide waist belt and low-profile shoulder straps ease load carrying while still allowing for restriction-free shooting. Unzip the lined rear game bag for easy cleaning after the hunt. $295; filson.com

STRIDE RIGHT Tromping through upland habitat like lumpy, mucky fields demands serious footwear like LaCrosse’s Lodestar Boots. These 7-inch-high sodbusters have a burly Vibram outsole, 100 percent waterproof Gore-Tex lining, and durable leather/ textile upper capped off with a rubber toe guard. $250; lacrossefootwear.com