Blog Posts

What Is British Millerain Waxed Cotton?

The English mill behind our Founders' Reserve collection has made waxed cotton for over a century. What British Millerain is, and why it lasts.

How to Choose a Waterfowl Jacket That Fits Over Waders

A wading jacket has to clear your waders and still seal out water. What actually matters in fit, length, and cuffs for flooded-timber hunts.

How to Re-Wax and Care for Waxed Canvas

Waxed canvas lasts decades if you maintain it. A simple guide to cleaning, re-waxing, and storing waxed canvas so it only gets better with age.

Waxed Canvas for Duck Hunting: Does It Still Hold Up?

Waxed canvas has protected hunters for over a century. How it performs in flooded timber, how it compares to modern shells, and how to keep it going.

How to Make a Wing Bone Turkey Call

A wing bone call isn't bought, it's built. Learn how to craft one from a harvested turkey's wing bones using the same method hunters relied on long before modern calls existed. Step-by-step guide f...

Wild Turkey Salad

This wild turkey salad recipe is simple, packed with flavor, and perfect for using fresh bird after a successful hunt. Whether you're making lunch for the crew or meal prepping for the week, this o...

How Should My Waders Fit?

A Complete Fit Guide from the Team at Chêne Gear At Chêne, we’ve spent countless hours developing a wader that performs at the highest level, and that starts with proper fit. We’ve worked to remove...

Choosing the Right Boot

Every hunt starts at ground level. From snow covered fields to hardwood ridgelines, your boots decide how far you go, how long you stay, and whether you’re thinking about the hunt, or your feet. A...

Making It Better: How Innovation Drives Everything at Chêne

At Chêne Gear, innovation isn’t a department. It’s a mindset. It’s built into every stitch, every seam, and every decision we make. Because we’re not interested in chasing trends, we’re committed ...

Selecting The Right Boot: Cornerstone vs. Velo

While visually similar, the Cornerstone Boot and Velo Boot of the Floodline series feature unique differences in weight, insulation, and performance. Compare them below and discover the best soluti...