2023 Holiday Gift Guide

Under $80

Higdon Bottomland Blind Bag

This new blind bag from Higdon is spacious and durable. Built with 600-denier material and metal hardware, it features four external pockets and customizable interior dividers, so it can be personalized to fit changing needs on any given day. higdonoutdoors.com $79.99

Higdon Battleship Rigs

Available in a variety of lengths and weights, these decoys rigs are built with stiff nylon non-tangle line and lead anchors. The 18-inch rigs with 3-ounce weights are ideal for shallow water and when trekking into hard-to-reach spots. higdonoutdoors.com $29.99­

Power Calls Static Whistle

This realistic 6-in-1 whistle produces pintail, wigeon, teal, wood duck, and drake mallard sounds, and it can also be used as a dog whistle. It is built with injection-molded ABS polycarbonate materials and would make a great addition to any waterfowler’s lanyard. power-calls.com $9.99

Power Calls Ignition Call

This cutdown single-reed duck call is made with a blend of polycarbonate and acrylic, and it has a unique keyhole insert that will produce aggressive quacks and loud chatters. Built-in back pressure allows for easy operation and finesse calling. power-calls.com $49.99

Streamlight Siege AA

Outdoor Lantern Light up a blind or the bottom of a boat with this durable, compact lantern, which provides 200 lumens of light and will run for up to 37 hours on its low setting. At only 5.44 inches high, it should fit easily in most blind bags. streamlight.com $34

Higdon Standard Size

Powers’ Pack Higdon now offers a combined set of incredibly lifelike mallard drake and black duck decoys. Foam-filled and nearly indestructible, these decoys also have self-righting, weighted keels, and their contrasting colors help them stand out on both sunny and cloudy days. higdonoutdoors.com $59.99

Drake Waterfowl Dog Vest

New for 2023, this vest features a 5mm neoprene main body with Spandura fabric and 5mm neoprene chest protection with heavy, abrasion-resistant fabric. Other notable additions include improved bar tack spacing for a customizable fit, improved fit dimensions, and a 3-inch Velcro closure with stitching strips for comfort. drakewaterfowl.com $49.99

Higdon Flats Specklebelly Silhouettes

Add big numbers to your white-fronted goose spread with these new specklebelly silhouettes. These decoys are made with 750g corrugated plastic and have a high-resolution print that won’t fade. Each 12-pack includes four walkers, four feeders, and four semi-feeders and includes 12 spring-steel stakes. higdonoutdoors.com $79.99

$80 to $200

Drake Waterfowl LST Guardian Flex Double Down Jacket

Drake’s patented Eqwader technology is built for varying weather conditions and activities. With a waterproof and windproof upper body and arms and 200 grams of polyester synthetic insulation, this jacket represents a whole new level of outerwear. An updated fit allows for improved comfort and range of motion, with no-water cuff closures for quick adjustments. drakewaterfowl.com $159.99

Higdon XS Mallard Pulsator

Higdon went back to the drawing board with its popular motion decoy, redesigning the device to make it more durable and user-friendly. The 12-volt battery and most of the wiring are now encased inside the sturdy decoy body. All you have to do is attach a decoy cord and weight, then toss the Pulsator into the water to add motion to your spread. higdonoutdoors.com $149.99

Streamlight Waypoint 400 Rechargeable Spotlight

This spotlight will put out 1,400 lumens on its high setting and has a rechargeable lithium-ion battery. Featuring high, medium, and low light modes, and constructed of high-impact polycarbonate housing, this spotlight is ready for any adventure. It floats, it’s submersible up to two meters, and it weighs only 1 1/2 pounds. streamlight.com $138.70

Higdon Standard Bufflehead Decoys

Add some color and versatility to any decoy spread with these bufflehead decoys. They are foam-filled and feature weighted keels with realistic paint schemes that grab the attention of passing diving ducks. higdonoutdoors.com $119.99

Rig’Em Right CampHunter Chair

The is the ideal chair for hunters and other outdoors enthusiasts. Perfect for sitting in an A-frame field blind or around a campfire, this heavy-duty chair is built with a powder-coated steel frame, bolted connections, durable 900-denier fabric, metal buckles, and wide foot pads to keep you from sinking into the ground. Available in Gore Optifade Marsh, Timber, Subalpine, or in Rig’Em Right’s classic brown camouflage. rigemright.com $99.99 

Muck Boot Company Mossy Oak Country DNA Pathfinder Boot

Built for life in the muck, the newest Pathfinder boots are 100 percent waterproof. With a 5mm neoprene bootie, stretch-fit topline bindings, airmesh linings, flexed notches, and a reinforced toe tip and heel, you can rely on these comfortable and sturdy boots to keep your feet dry. muckbootcompany.com $160

Over $200

Higdon The Clone Specklebelly

The Clone represents the next generation of motion decoys. Its realistic movements were achieved through years of testing and refinement, capturing the wing beats and body posture of live birds. Powered by a 12-volt battery, this unique decoy performs in even the most extreme conditions. Each decoy comes with a remote, remote stand, power cord, and a durable carrying case (battery not included). higdonoutdoors.com $299.99

Sitka Duck Oven Jacket

This popular jacket from Sitka is now available in Earth color. Built with Windstopper technology and Primaloft Gold Insulation, it’s sure to keep you warm and protected from the elements. Other notable features include high hand pockets, zippered lower hand pockets, and thumbholes. sitkagear.com $349

Sitka Gear Delta Zip Waders 

Known for their reliability and waterproof performance, these waders are built around a 100 percent waterproof YKK Aquaseal Zipper. They are easy to put on and take off and provide unmatched protection from the elements. The comfort-fit boots are attached to the waders using a heat-activated technology that creates a sealed weld joint, and the knees are reinforced for no-worry wading. sitkagear.com $999

Browning A5 Camo

With its trademark humpback receiver, the Browning A5 is a fixture in duck blinds and goose pits across North America. Browning is so confident in this shotgun’s reliability that it offers a 100,000-round or five-year guarantee. The bolt, bolt slide, shell carrier, bolt release button, and cocking handle are protected with nickel Teflon coating, and the chrome chamber and bore offer excellent durability and corrosion resistance. Other highlights include the Inflex II recoil pad, a Turnkey magazine plug, ergonomic bolt latch, and back boring for improved patterning performance. The camouflage version is available in Auric, Vintage Tan, Realtree Max 7, Mossy Oak Bottomland, and Mossy Oak Shadow Grass Habitat. browning.com $2,050

Tom Beckbe Waterfowl Strap Vest

This new vest from Tom Beckbe is constructed with waxed shelter cloth and has fully adjustable shoulder and side straps. It comes in one size that fits almost everyone. Other notable features include two front pouches, shell loops, and a solid brass D-Ring. Available in Rye Brown and Classic Camo. tombeckbe.com $249

Duluth Pack Upland Game Vest

Field-tested by avid hunters, this wax canvas vest is constructed of rugged 15-ounce cotton duck canvas and features adjustable cotton-webbing shoulder straps and two expandable pockets to carry boxes of shells. It’s a rugged classic with all the essentials for your upland or waterfowling adventures. duluthpack.com $215

Greenworks 82-volt Articulating Mid-Pole Hedge Trimmer

Cut brush like a champion with this Greenworks trimmer. This hedge trimmer features a 20-inch blade and a 135-degree articulating head. With blade speeds up to 4,300 strokes per minute, you won’t have any problem cutting most vegetation. This battery-powered trimmer has a two-step trigger, contour-molded grip, and an easy lock-in battery compartment. commercial.greenworkstools.com $418

Turtlebox Mossy Oak Gen 2 Portable Speaker

Turtlebox teamed up with Mossy Oak to offer a new Gen 2 Speaker in original Bottomland. Designed for the outdoors, this portable, waterproof, Bluetooth speaker offers crystal clear, distortion-free sound up to 120 decibels. The Gen 2 can be paired with another TurtleBox to play music in stereo. turtleboxaudio.com $428

Winchester Blind Side 2

Winchester’s new version of their Blind Side waterfowl load refines the original hexagonal shot concept with six-sided pellets that are rounder but still stack efficiently, providing heavier payloads that hit harder than round shot. The new, more aerodynamic pellets, which are packed in Winchester’s proven Drylok wad, pattern more efficiently than the original version. mackspw.com $329.90 (per 250 rounds)

Filson Chris Stapleton Traveller Outfitter Bag

Unearthed from the Filson archives and constructed with dry-waxed ripstop Ranger cotton fabric from British Millerain, this Rugged Twill bag seamlessly blends heritage and functionality. With separate top and bottom compartments and exclusive yellow zippers personally selected by Chris Stapleton, it offers utility and flair for adventurers. filson.com $995

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