How To Avoid Getting Water Over the Tops of Your Boots

By A. Sayward Lamb

To avoid getting in over your hunting boots when crossing a stream while hunting, simply carry a pair of the thin covered, nylon fabric, hip boots that fold flat and will easily fit into the back pocket of your hunting jacket. When you see the water is so deep that it will be over the top of your hunting boots, take your boots off and slip into the lightweight nylon hip waders. These boots do not have a solid sole, so pick your way carefully, to avoid punching holes in them. Once safely across the stream, remove them and put your hunting boots back on. Takes a couple of extra minutes, but sure beats running around in the cold weather with wet feet.