Alps A Frame Blind

[Catherin Bergan]

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The new Alpha Waterfowl Blind was designed for optimal concealment, function, and environmental adaptability. It is built on a rugged, square-tube aluminum frame that is powder-coated for durability and longevity. The hinged and shock-corded joints make setup quick and uncomplicated in the field. Full-entry side doors facilitate ingress/egress when wearing bulky outerwear and moving gear into and out of the blind. It also makes for a great handicap-accessible option. Multi-angle shooting door adjustment lets hunters customize the doors to meet changing conditions and hunter comfort.

Included with the Alpha Waterfowl blind are u-shaped ground stakes to help keep it secure in windy conditions. The blind skin is constructed of tough 600D polyester with three mesh windows per shooting door. Extensive brush loops and pockets allow for deep concealment in any environment and keep the brush secure during transport. All brush pockets are ported to promote drainage in wet weather.

Inside, the Alpha Waterfowl Blind panels feature mesh pockets for extra gear storage, four removable gun rests, and interior webbing to hang calls and game straps. Sized to accommodate four hunters, the Alpha Waterfowl Blind also incorporates two dog ports that work with the ALPS OutdoorZ Alpha Dog Blinds (sold separately). For ease of transport to and from the field, the Alpha Waterfowl Blind rolls tight and comes with a robust shoulder strap.

But 30 minutes later, the first flock of Alberta mallards dive-bombed the decoy spread, and my fears subsided. And an hour after the sun peeked over the horizon, eight full straps of early-season ducks decorated the blind, and I realized I'd been dead wrong. Better, I'd become part of an increasing trend of using A-frame-style blinds to fool sharp-eyed waterfowl.

A-frames, panel blinds, and similar commercial or homemade contraptions are nothing new. But after the advent of portable layout blinds for field hunting and other cover-challenged situations, many hunters abandoned A-frames and panels, figuring the new low-level blinds offered superior concealment and ease of use.

We really prefer A-frame blinds over layouts for their ease of mobility and comfortable concealment, particularly with elderly hunters, said Jordan Clark of Dog 'N' Duck Outfitting, which hosted my Alberta hunt with Alps OutdoorZ.

Although mostly intuitive to use, A-frames require a specialized approach. First, they must be easy to transport. That's not a critical consideration when you can drive into a cut field and simply dump a blind off the back of your truck. It's significant, however, when setting up an A-frame along shorelines for water hunts, where access might be challenging, or when you cannot drive on a harvested ag field.

Further, the blind should be easy to assemble. Putting together a multi-piece blind on a bright, warm afternoon is one thing. Trying to cobble one together in the dark during cold or otherwise tough conditions is another.

During my Alberta trip, we used two Alps OutdoorZ Alpha Waterfowl Blinds set up side by side to hide six hunters, our guide, and a dog. The idea was to make the blind appear like an overgrown rock pile or other natural cover. The Alpha has a light yet durable powder-coated aluminum frame, plus square tubing with hinged and shock-corded areas to allow quick, easy set up. After the frame is assembled, you simply attach the 600-denier polyester skin. Several hunters working together set up the blinds in minutes.

As mentioned, the real key to using A-frames is making them appear natural. The day before our hunt, at the suggestion of Alberta writer Brad Fenson, we cut dozens of small shocks of natural grass and zip-tied them together. Then we arranged the shocks in the Alpha's exterior brush loops and pockets to cover the blind material and any exposed shiny surfaces. The guides at Dog 'N' Duck also cut dozens of willows, which we interspersed with the grass on the blind. When finished, we then rolled up the exterior skins, complete with the natural cover, and stored them in a pickup. When assembling the blinds before hunts, we added more grass clumps and willow branches around the edges and atop the blind.

The latter step is critical, because ducks and geese often flare after they fly directly over hunters and see movement, shine, or simply the unnatural black hole appearance of the interior of a blind. The Alpha's push-open shooting doors rest at an angle above hunters, boosting concealment. Grass and willows placed atop those completed the hide.

Positioning A-frames can make or break a hunt. Obviously, when field hunting, you'll want to be on or near the X, where most birds want to land. You must also consider the wind and set the blind accordingly. Many field hunters using layouts prefer placing their blinds perpendicular to the decoys, which lets birds approach the blocks without staring directly at the hide. They'll also sometimes cheat their blinds toward the downwind edge of the spread, which works especially well during windy days when birds approach low but flare and flee quickly at the first suspicion of danger. That's tough to do with an A-frame, especially because you're typically hunting with a fairly large group. To allow for safe zones of fire and hopefully provide equal shot opportunities for everyone, it's usually best to place the blind with the wind at your back. If possible, also try to have the sun at your back, which can be difficult.

After deciding on the blind position, arrange your decoys accordingly. During water hunts, that's fairly simple. In fields, place decoys so they surround the blind. Set your best-looking decoys downwind, as wary birds will see those first and longest. Supplement numbers by using silhouettes or socks farther back (upwind) in the spread. In field and water situations, leave a generous kill hole in front of the blind, where birds will want to land. This should put flocks with their wings back and feet down directly in front of most or all of the shooters.

Seating arrangements within the blind can vary, but it's ideal to have a right-handed gunner on the far left and a lefty on the far right. The guide or shot caller usually sits toward the middle so everyone in the blind can hear his instructions as birds approach.

Complement your space with our Alpine Perfect Fit Venetian blind. The versatile, white colour of this blind will brighten up your room and look amazing in various interior styles. Simple to fit to uPVC door and window, it's a beautiful blind with maximum functionality.

Made to measure Perfect Fit Venetian blinds are easy to install as the blind can be clipped into a UPVC window frame. The blind comes with all the necessary brackets so you can easily fit it into your window straight away. Venetian blinds are great for privacy and light control. The blind is operated by a wand to fully control the amount of light coming into the room

Perfect Fit Venetian Blinds are a great choice for french doors, patio doors and conservatories. The blind is made from high-quality aluminium slats, available in a beautiful range of colours to suit your style. The powder coated aluminium frame comes in a choice of 6 different shades to compliment your window frame. This blind type is also completely child safe. The blind is simply operated by pulling the bottom bar up and down. There are no loose cords or chains to worry about.

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- These alpine-inspired sunglasses, featuring a gunmetal frame, come with adjustable (TPA) temples and silicone nose pads, ensuring a universal fit appeal.

- Each temple tapers at its center for lightness and flairs at the temple end to ensure a secure and comfortable fit.

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Sturdy and durable A-frame blind for waterfowl hunters, pigeon hunters and crow hunters. 3 man and 2 dogs fits in easily. Frame is quick and easy to set up. Rugged 600 denier shell with grass straps which makes it easy to conceal with natural vegetation.

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