If you wait until the dog days of summer, when the birds are already starting their journey south, prices have usually climbed and inventory has thinned out. By the time you’ve planned your fall hunting trip and started packing, you’re out of time to practice and learn the ins and outs of your new tools. While the fields are quiet and the dog is shedding its winter coat, spring is the smart time for hunters to take a hard look at their gear. Give yourself time to decide: Maki