What type of laundry detergent is best to avoid when washing hunting clothes?
Avoid washing hunting clothes with highly fragrant laundry detergents. Numerous brands of “scent-free” detergents are available for washing hunting clothing. Also avoid clothing detergents that contain UV brighteners because many animals can detect UV light that makes clothing brighter.
How do you wash your hunting clothes?
If you use scented laundry detergent on your street clothes, it’s wise to run your washing machine at least one full cycle with Scent Killer detergent BEFORE washing your hunting clothing. I recommend washing a load of jeans or bath towels in scent-free detergent.
Is it bad to wash hunting clothes?
Wash hunting clothes often to prevent body odor from building up in the fibers. Keep the hunting clothes in a sealed bag or tub until you arrive at your hunting stand or camp. Do not wear while driving, pumping gas, or eating. Wear gloves when handling outer garments to prevent the transfer of scent.
How can I keep my hunting clothes scent-free?
To stop this from happening, place your hunting clothes in either a plastic tote container or a scent–free bag. Keep these plastic bags and/or totes in an area where they won’t likely be found or opened.