I bought a shirt in realtree from walmart, but it hasnt faded yet. I dont use scent killer laundry soap, because my uncle smokes and by the time I get into the woods I smell like smoke anyway. so I just use scent killer spray when I get out.

i might get -10 for this but i sometimes don't use any detergent at all for my outer layers. if there is not a scent i am trying to eliminate and i just want them to be somewhat cleaner, i only use water in the wash. i am convinced that the detergent has a negative effect on the effectiveness/breathability of waterproof fabrics. also, instead of using the scent killer dryer sheets, i will put a handful of acorns or corn in the dryer with my clothes. imagine, a bunch of hunters swapping laundry tips???

Just to clarify, I was scouting for turkeys in the preseason...I wouldn't recommend wearing red or blue during turkey season :-).

yes i agree with ny i turn mine inside out and wash in cold water then hangem up and air dry unless its scent lok every 20 hours or so wearing it i will put it in the dryer for 15 min with a scent-away dryer sheet just to recharge the charcole but i still dry them by hanging them out if its raining put them in the bathroom on the curtain rod works for me.

Bioguy,
+1 on some excellent commentary there.

Non-gay manly man laundry tip #2:
I use All 'free & clear 2x' - it has worked for me and is a heck of a lot cheaper than the no-scent hunting laundry soaps. I do use the scent-away dryer sheets. Put the just-cleaned camo into a 'space-bag' (with a pine and an earth scent wafer) and vacuum out the air, then put all that in a plastic tote. When ready to use, dress and then spray down with scent-killer spray.

+1 redneck, storage is just as important as the laundering. i prefer no scent to a cover scent though. now that we have the laundry covered, do we like heavy or light starch when ironing?

I have the jeans but the havent faded yet for me, but i don't believe I washed them yet.

If I need to clean my clothes, I'll usually wash them no detergent and a generous scoop of baking soda.

Baking soda has been used for decades to clean and de-odorize. Your clothes come out smelling like...nothing.

The idea about the acorns/plants/etc isn't bad. I would be wary about putting certain things in the washer/dryer just to make sure that nothing gets clogged up over time. Rubbing it in manually while afield makes the most sense to me.

Another quick tip - don't re-fuel your vehicle in your hunting boots. Those gasoline odors reek, and the residue is on the ground all around the pumps. Re-fuel the day before with your sneakers, or leave your hunting boots in the truck and carry a separate pair of shoes.