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Nov 30, 2020 06:49:14 #

Karl's Bird Photography Loc: Oregon

lorvey wrote:

Putting things on my Christmas list. Do any of you have any recommendations for a portable one person photo blind for taking pics of birds or other wildlife?

Tragopan makes a high-quality blind.

Nov 30, 2020 08:13:50 #

tcthome Loc: NJ

BassmanBruce wrote:

I use this one. Works perfectly for me.
https://www.dunhamssports.com/search?q=Ameristep+doghouse+blind&lang=en_US

Thanks for the link. Is this a quick pop up type? Have to slide poles in like a tent or they stay in it when packed? Thanks in advance for any feed back.

Nov 30, 2020 09:53:23 #

lorvey Loc: Lincoln, Nebraska

Karl's Bird Photography wrote:

Tragopan makes a high-quality blind.

Wow! Tragopan makes a whole series of blinds for photographers. Never heard of them before. They are a little bit more pricey than some, but they also look like that are durable and designed specifically for photographers. Thanks for the recommendation.

Here's a video of one of their blinds.
https://photographyblinds.com/collections/featured-products/products/grouse

Nov 30, 2020 09:58:07 #

billnikon Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont

lorvey wrote:

Putting things on my Christmas list. Do any of you have any recommendations for a portable one person photo blind for taking pics of birds or other wildlife?

Bass Pro Shops have many many many to choose from. Also Amazon has many also.
https://www.amazon.com/s?k=photo+blind+portable&ref=nb_sb_noss_1

Nov 30, 2020 10:13:47 #

photoman43

The Ameristep chair blind works, or a bag blind:

https://www.ameristep.com/browse/ground-blinds/tent-chair-blinds/tent-chair-mossy-oak

https://store.naturescapes.net/lenscoat-lenshide-water-repellent/

https://store.naturescapes.net/lenscoat-lenshide-lightweight/

And so does just wearing camo and sitting in a chair. Make sure you cover your hands with something and avoid quick hand movements.

Nov 30, 2020 10:27:34 #

lorvey Loc: Lincoln, Nebraska

Thanks for your suggestions photoman43. Lots of choices.

Nov 30, 2020 10:29:07 #

lorvey Loc: Lincoln, Nebraska

billnikon wrote:

Bass Pro Shops have many many many to choose from. Also Amazon has many also.
https://www.amazon.com/s?k=photo+blind+portable&ref=nb_sb_noss_1

Thank you for the link.

Nov 30, 2020 10:40:50 #

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

lorvey wrote:

Thanks for responding, digit-up. Is the one you are referring to called the Ameristep Outhouse Blind?

So that serves two purposes?

Nov 30, 2020 10:54:17 #

lorvey Loc: Lincoln, Nebraska

jerryc41 wrote:

So that serves two purposes?

Nov 30, 2020 11:42:17 #

BassmanBruce Loc: Middle of the Mitten

tcthome wrote:

Thanks for the link. Is this a quick pop up type? Have to slide poles in like a tent or they stay in it when packed? Thanks in advance for any feed back.

Sets up in less than 5 seconds, there are two additional roof poles for the roof but I never use them.
Pops open so fast you kinda have to be careful. Easily fits my grandson and myself both on stools.
Folds up to about 2’ circle 4 to 5” deep. Weighs 8.5lbs.
Mine came with a back pack style bag. I’ve had mine for over 10 yrs and it’s still in good shape but I don’t leave it out when not in use.
Good luck, have fun!

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Nov 30, 2020 11:46:07 #

Properframe Loc: US Virginia

lorvey wrote:

Thanks for responding, digit-up. Is the one you are referring to called the Ameristep Outhouse Blind?

https://www.dunhamssports.com/product/outhouse_blind/W0000074892.html#q=blind&prefn1=storeExclusivity1&prefv1=ALL%7C260&srule=store260&start=20&sz=12

I have the Outhouse Blind and it works well. Bad naming - for a long time I thought they meant it to be an outhouse. All 4 sides have zippered openings. One fully for entrance/exit. Rain proof. Comes with stakes to pin it to the ground in the wind. I use a folding chair or field stool inside. Can be stood up in to get a stretch.

Nov 30, 2020 12:20:18 #

williejoha

Any hunting supply store should have portable blinds used by Turkey hunters.
WJH

Nov 30, 2020 12:35:47 #

photoman43

Here is another alternative that I use all the time. Just buy a large came sheet, and cut a star pattern opening for your lens (not a hole). Throw if over you and you have your own blind. I prefer the non leafy cut. You may prefer the leafy cut. Mine is from polyester material as I can see thru it most of the time. Burlap is too thick and hot for Texas. About $15 and it is light in weight.

https://www.cabelas.com/shop/en/truetimber-camo-material

Nov 30, 2020 13:57:55 #

WDCash Loc: Milford, Delaware, USA

BassmanBruce wrote:

I use this one. Works perfectly for me.
https://www.dunhamssports.com/search?q=Ameristep+doghouse+blind&lang=en_US

Sorry I didnt see this before I built one.

Nov 30, 2020 15:04:49 #

lorvey Loc: Lincoln, Nebraska

Properframe wrote:

Thanks for the info.

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