For many hunters, dove season marks the true beginning of fall. It's the first chance to dust off the shotgun, reunite with hunting buddies, and spend a morning in the field watching birds work the tree lines. Whether you're set up over sunflowers, a freshly cut corn field, or working the edge of a grain field, one thing stays true, and that's staying comfortable...
For many hunters, dove season marks the true beginning of fall. It's the first chance to dust off the shotgun, reunite with hunting buddies, and spend a morning in the field watching birds work the tree lines. Whether you're set up over sunflowers, a freshly cut corn field, or working the edge of a grain field, one thing stays true, and that's staying comfortable and staying concealed can make or break your shoot.
Early-season hunts run hot, humid, and long. When you're standing in the sun for hours waiting for the next group of birds to swing through, the right gear is the difference between grinding it out and actually enjoying the hunt. And for women in the field, that means clothing built for a woman's fit and movement.
Doves are one of the toughest game birds out there to put in the bag. Their speed is impressive, and their eyesight might be even better. Bright colors, especially white or anything light will flare birds well before they're in range and turn a promising group into a bunch of doves flaring wide and hooking away.
Stick with camo or muted earth tones that melt into your surroundings instead. Whether you're tucked into a tree line or standing along the edge of a sunflower field, blending in is half the battle when birds are working your setup.
DSG Outerwear's lineup, including pieces available in Mossy Oak Bottomland and Realtree APX, makes it easy to stay concealed while remaining comfortable through the hottest days of early season.
Opening-day temperatures rarely feel like fall. In most of the country, dove season means warm mornings, bright sun, and afternoons spent baking under open sky with nothing but a bucket seat and a thermos of sweet tea between you and the heat.
This is where DSG's Ultra Lightweight Short Sleeve Shirt (UPF 50+) earns its spot in the truck before every early-season hunt. Moisture-wicking, quick-dry fabric and mesh side panels keep air moving through your core, so you stay cool whether you're setting out decoys before daylight or swinging hard on a fast-crossing bird. If you'd rather keep your arms covered against sun and stubble, this particular shirt gives you the same built-in sun protection with a bit more coverage and handy for a full day standing in a cut cornfield.
Dove season usually means more movement than people expect. You'll walk to your setup, have your dog retrieve birds, move between fields, and spend plenty of time standing while waiting for the next group to fly through.
The DSG Field Pants are built for exactly that kind of day afield. Tough ripstop fabric and a DWR finish shrug off dew, dust, and thorny cover, while articulated knees and a paneled inseam let you get low behind a fence row or bust through brush chasing a downed bird without your pants fighting you the whole way. Big cargo pockets swallow a box of shells with room to spare, and the front hand pockets and rear pockets keep your call, license, or phone within easy reach. Unlike a lot of hand-me-down men's cuts, these are built on a true women's fit with no bunching at the waist, no digging at the hip, just pants that move the way you do.
Whatever you're hauling into the field opening day, the DSG Hunting Backpack keeps it organized and off your hands. Multiple compartments hold shells, snacks, and plenty of water, enough to keep you fueled and hydrated, plus a little extra for a hard-charging dog making retrieve after retrieve in the heat. Padded straps and a sternum strap keep it locked in tight as you move between fields, and it doubles as your everyday scouting or trail camera pack long after the last dove of the season has flown.
Every hunter has their own preference when it comes to hunting apparel, and for many women, leggings have become a staple in the field.
The Foraging Legging offers the stretch and comfort you want for a warm-weather hunt, whether you're carrying gear, walking field edges, or settling in for a long afternoon. They're lightweight enough for September heat and versatile enough to become a go-to piece well beyond dove season.
One of the best things about investing in quality hunting apparel is that it doesn't stop with dove season.
Your Ultra Lightweight shirt, Field Pants, Foraging Leggings, and Backpack will carry you from early September dove hunts to hanging trail cameras, scouting for deer, preparing food plots, and every outdoor adventure in between.
Ask any hunter what they remember most about dove season, and chances are it won't be how many birds they brought home.
It'll be the laughter between friends, introducing someone to their first hunt, watching your dog make a retrieve, sharing stories on the tailgate, and enjoying another sunset with friends and family.
Those are the moments that make opening day unforgettable.
This dove season, stay cool, blend into your surroundings, and wear clothing that's built to keep you comfortable from the first flight to the last.
Because when you're comfortable and confident, you can focus on what really matters,the experience, the tradition, and the memories waiting to be made.
~ Written By: Marina Childress, DSG Hunt Team Ambassador
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