Portable Hunting Blinds

The popularity of portable turkey and deer hunting blinds has increased dramatically over the past decade. It's easy to see why. Portable goose and duck hunting blinds are now lighter, easier to set up, less expensive, and more adaptable than ever before. If you're on the market for a new deer blind or are considering using one for the first time, here are some tips that will simplify your search.

How to find the best portable hunting blinds
Today's portable duck blinds are available in a variety of designs, sizes, and features. Matching each of these categories to your particular hunting needs is the most effective way of finding the best hunting blinds.

Design
The designs of portable hunting blinds should offer hunters lightweight carrying and easy setup. Spring steel hunting blinds, tent chair turkey blinds, and portable box blinds are good examples.

Material is the other important deer blinds design factor. Synthetics such as polyester and nylon can be shiny and noisy. A heavier camo made from a cotton/polyester blend will be quieter and provide a little more weather resistance.

Size
Whether you're rifle hunting or bow hunting, portable deer hunting blinds should provide enough room for you to make a comfortable shot. Before shopping, make a field estimate of how much room you'll need, and buy accordingly. Remember that bows require greater shooting diameter than rifles. Most portable hunting blinds are five to 6 feet tall with floor space around 3 by 5 feet or 5 by 5 feet. It's better to err on the larger side, especially if you enjoy hunting with family and friends.

Features
Today's portable deer hunting blinds have numerous features that can increase the effectiveness of your hunt. A common feature for bowhunters is shoot-through window netting that won't alter the shot and is cheap and easy to replace. Some portable hunting blinds are reversible, offering the choice of two different camo patterns. Loops for attaching branches and brush cover are additional useful features.