Avoid washing your hunting clothes with your everyday laundry because odors could transfer.
If you still notice odors on your clothes, try using 1 cup (230 g) of baking soda instead.
You can buy odor-neutralizing detergent specifically made for hunting clothes online or from sporting goods stores. You can use baking soda and any type of detergent in the same load for additional odor protection.
Wear gloves when you handle your freshly-washed clothes so you don’t contaminate them with other odors.
If you want to use dryer sheets, make sure they’re odor-free before putting them in with your clothes. You may also want to use a dryer if you live in a city next to smelly areas, such as gas stations or restaurants. If there’s odor inside of your dryer, clean out your lint trap and wipe the drum down with a clean cloth and white vinegar. Leave your dryer open to dry until you can’t smell the vinegar anymore. [8] X Research source
If you don’t want to keep a full box of baking soda in the container, dump half of the box into a sock and tie it shut. Place the sock next to your clothes instead.
Don’t forget to brush your teeth and put on scent-free deodorant to cover up other sources of body odor.
It’s okay to wear undergarments or normal clothing in the meantime. Just be sure to change them once you get to the hunting site.
Always wash your clothes if you got blood on them during your hunting trip since animals will be able to smell it.
