Mosquitoes, ticks call for consideration as deer season opens

Tick and mosquito repellent, a new backpack, real hiking socks and a camo ground seat top the list for the best gear to add, refresh or replace this fall season.

Most outdoorsmen love gear, especially effective gear, and gear that gets used also gets worn out or lost, so replacing the essentials is always a good idea. Whether you'll be using this yourself or sharing it with someone else, these three basic items will be more than handy in the field through the coming weeks.

Tick and mosquito repellent, a new backpack, real hiking socks and a camo ground seat top the list for the best gear to add, refresh or replace this fall season.

Most outdoorsmen love gear, especially effective gear, and gear that gets used also gets worn out or lost, so replacing the essentials is always a good idea. Whether you'll be using this yourself or sharing it with someone else, these three basic items will be more than handy in the field through the coming weeks.

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October 26, 2024

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