A portable ice shelter keeps you warm and blocks the glare of sun on ice.

There are two basic types of ice shelters: permanent and portable. The permanent kind usually require an ATV or truck to tow them out onto the ice. They can also get pretty expensive. A fully manufactured ice house—even a used one—can run well into the thousands. Building your own ice house is cheaper, but it takes time, labor, and know-how to do it right.

The easiest and most affordable option is a portable ice fishing shelter. You can find a quality ice shelter for well under $200. It’s light enough to carry onto the ice in a storage bag or on a sled (no towing needed).

It’s also the most convenient option because you can easily move the shelter from one spot to the next. An ice house, on the other hand, usually takes a lot more effort to move—that is, if it’s even possible.

Ice shelters are great for bringing along kids, family, and friends who may not enjoy sitting out on a bucket in the cold. The protection from the wind makes ice fishing enjoyable even in a stiff, cold wind. Even without a heat source, you’d be surprised how warm the tent alone can keep you.

Ice fishermen will also appreciate the blackout interior, which blocks the blinding glare of sun on ice and allows you to clearly see the fish swimming under the ice.

Portable ice tents come in all sizes, including single and double person tents, 4 person tents (one of the most popular sizes), and even up to 6 person tents. If you enjoy fishing with friends and family, you’ll want to get a large enough tent to fit everyone comfortably, along with all your ice fishing gear.

The Turret Pop Up Blind by KillZone Hunting is one of our most popular ground blinds. It’s incredibly easy to set up and take down, plus it’s got all the must-have features, including carbon scent protection, shoot through mesh, and big windows all around the blind.

This new video demonstrates the simple process of opening up the pop up blind, installing the support poles, and putting in the stakes. After giving you a quick taste of the benefits and features of this blind, we’ll show you how to tear it down and store it in the hands-free backpack case.

The KillZone Turret Blind is loaded with the best hunting blind features in the industry, including the following:

• Full carbon black-out interior to hide you from game and dampen your scent
• Full-size door (no dwarf-sized slits here!) for easy in, easy out
• Shoot through mesh all around the blind, including a shoot through mesh window right in the door
• Huge shooting windows on all sides of the blind
• Autumn Wooded Oak camo pattern
• Lightweight, sturdy frame design

Find out more about the KillZone Turret Pop Up Blind by watching the video and visiting the Turret product page for more details. Now available for only $69.99! Always free shipping (lower 48 states).

The time has come to move on to bigger and better things! With the rapid growth of the KillZone Hunting Outfitters brand, we needed to find a larger facility to house our warehouse and office space.

After shopping around for new digs, we decided to expand into a 51,000 square foot facility (about the size of a football field) located just outside the city of Minneapolis. The expanded facilities give us more than enough room to add more of the new hunting and ice fishing products that you’ve asked for.

We’re proud to be your “go to” source for hunting equipment and ice fishing gear, and we look forward to keeping you satisfied as we expand our product lines. As always, we welcome your feedback! Don’t hesitate to contact us with suggestions, comments, and requests for new products.

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KillZone 360 Hunting Blind

The 360 Ground Blind is the same generous size as the Turret XL. It’s roomy enough for bowhunters and boasts more than enough elbow room for hunting with friends, family, or kids.

Silent, quick release fastenings on the top edge of all windows and mesh allow you to silently adjust the windows or mesh while the game is within earshot. You have complete control over the field of vision, including complete concealment, open all around, or somewhere in between.

The KillZone 360 Hunting Blind features the latest in blind technology, including a scentless carbon black-out interior, shoot through mesh windows all the way around the blind, and a zippered roof hatch for waterfowl hunting.

At a low price of $119.99, this blind is a steal! Get yours now and experience the freedom of 360-degree vision!

Hunting Blind with Shoot Through Mesh

Knowing how to use (and how NOT to use) shoot through mesh can make the difference between a kill and a near miss. Here are some tips on hunting from a ground blind with shoot through mesh.

1. Keep the mesh tight enough so that there are no wrinkles, but don’t make it tight enough to stretch.
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2. Don’t shoot at steep angles. Try to shoot as straight through the mesh as possible.
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3. Shooting through the mesh with a mechanical broadhead may cause it to deploy early and can greatly alter the arrow flight, especially at greater distances.
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4. Fixed broadheads are recommended for use with shoot through mesh. According to an experiment done by American Hunter magazine at distances up to 25 yards, the shoot through mesh will not mess up your shot.
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5. Practice shooting through the mesh to get comfortable with it before the hunt.
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6. Some hunters just don’t like the idea of shooting through mesh. One way you can work around this is to let part of the mesh hang down, or you can always remove the mesh completely.
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7. For firearms, take the mesh off the windows or, if there’s a slit in the mesh, stick the gun barrel through the slit. Don’t shoot through the mesh with a firearm unless the blind manufacturer specifically approves it. It creates a fire hazard, destroys the mesh, and fills the blind with smoke.

Ice Fishing Shelter by KillZone Hunting

Stay warm on the ice this winter with a 2 person ice shelter or 4 person ice fishing shanty from KillZone Hunting, starting as low as $134.99! Free shipping on all orders (lower 48 states).

Camo Shooting Monopod

The Shooting Stick Monopod in Wooded Camo serves a double purpose as a hiking stick and shooting rest. It’s not just an extra hunting accessory to carry, but it’s a welcome support on rough terrain and backcountry treks. This monopod rest is made of lightweight aluminum material, weighing in at less than a pound, and includes a dual telescoping body with height adjustments from 24 to 46 inches.

Camo Shooting Tripod

The Shooting Stick Tripod in Wooded Camo gives ultimate support and stability for your gun or camera. The telescoping legs are adjustable for stabilizing the tripod on rough ground, ranging from a height of 26 to 47 inches. The “Y” gun rest is mounted on a quick connect 360 coupling that easily swivels to adjust your shooting angle.

Comfort grip handles and rubber tip covers are included with this hunting tripod. The Camo Shooting Tripod is currently available for only $49.99 (free shipping!).

Portable Blind with Shoot-through, Removable Mesh Windows

The Hunting Blind Advantage

Using a hunting blind for wildlife photography is a no-brainer when you look at all the benefits:

• The blind hides yourself and your equipment. The blacked-out interior and camouflage windows let you move around inside and stretch out while you wait. The wildlife will never see your movements, and as long as you’re quiet, they’ll never hear you either.
• A well-hidden and “seasoned” blind (no vinyl odor or shiny finish) will fool even the most wary of animals, letting you get a close-up shot with ease.
• The light weight of the portable blind makes it easy to carry over long stretches and into remote areas. Go where the wildlife is, and take your blind with you.
• Most ground blinds have windows on at least two sides. For better viewing, get a hunting blind with 4 windows or 360° viewing.
• Hunting blinds with removable or shoot-through mesh make it easy for you to set up for the shot while remaining hidden.
• Hunting blinds are affordable. You can easily find a quality hunting blind for under $100 that will last through many wildlife photography adventures.

Tips for Using a Hunting Blind for Wildlife Photography

Get a hunting blind that matches the natural environment of where you’ll be hiding out. Stuff the stubble straps with natural brush, leaves, branches, and other natural vegetation to hide the stark profile of the blind.

Follow the hunter’s lead by masking your scent, hiding your profile and movements, and keeping quiet. Then be patient. It may take awhile for any wildlife to show up, but when they do, your patience will be worth the effort.