5 Essentials for Upland Hunting

Ben, SCHEELS Expert with his upland hunting dog in the field

Ben’s passion for upland hunting and bird dogs has fueled over 30 years of bird-chasing adventures across the country. When he's not in the field with his dogs, Ben draws on his lifetime of hunting experience to create innovative gear for Scheels Outfitters. Each piece is purpose-built and rigorously field-tested by dedicated users like Ben to meet the real demands of the hunt. Discover Ben's top SCHEELS Outfitters gear picks to elevate your own upland hunting experience.

SCHEELS Outfitters Upland Shooters Jacket

Made specifically for early-to-mid-season upland hunting, this jacket is designed with a low collar for unrestricted movement. Breathable, water resistant, and extremely durable, it moves with you and dumps extra heat.

SCHEELS Outfitters Endeavor Vest

The ultimate upland vest, with years of design and rigorous testing, features technical support straps, a load-bearing waist belt, the industry’s only aluminum pack frame for all-day comfort, as well as all the right gear storage. And it only weighs a little over three pounds.

SCHEELS Outfitters Endeavor Pants

Truly, the best pair of upland pants on the market. These pants move with you, working just as hard as you do with durable overlays, water-resistant four-way stretch fabric, cooling vents, a gusseted crotch, and articulated knees.

SCHEELS Outfitters Upland Hunting Gloves

Keep your hands warm with gloves designed for upland hunting, featuring 40g Thinsulate insulation and a goatskin leather palm.

SCHEELS Outfitters Kennel Cover

Protect your dog year-round with this kennel cover. The kennel cover reduces wind noise, provides warmth, allows ventilation, and fits most standard kennels.

If you have additional questions about SCHEELS Outfitters upland hunting gear or preparing for your trip, stop into your local SCHEELS to speak with an Expert.

About our Experts

Ben | SCHEELS Expert

Ben Fleischacker, a Line Leader for SCHEELS Campus in Fargo, ND, is a passionate upland hunter. For over 30 years, he's been chasing birds across the country and uses this knowledge to develop new and innovative Scheels Outfitters gear that our customers can trust in the field.