Turkey Hunting

Turkey hunters re-purpose gear as self-taught hunters.
Becoming a Self-Taught Turkey Hunter

It is possible to become a self-taught turkey hunter with time A single yelp cut…

Two turkey hunters using the turkey fanning tactic
Turkey Fanning – The Controversy and Method

Turkey fanning has made a major comeback as a hunting methodology — here is what you…

Wild turkeys in a field with high winds.
Can Turkeys Be Hunted in High Winds?

Looking at the effects of high winds on turkey behavior and hunting There’s a lot…

A wild turkey strutting in big woods.
How to Hunt Big Woods Turkeys

Hunting big woods turkeys is much different than pursuing field birds There are significant differences…

A veteran turkey hunter using a pot call to call in wild turkeys.
I Only Use Pot Calls – A Seasoned Turkey Hunter Confession

Yes, you can be successful only using pot calls There was a time when I…

A wild turkey making a shock gobble.
What is a Shock Gobble?

What does the shock gobble mean and how do we use it in hunting? I…

A turkey hunter successfully shoots a turkey.
The Last Turkey Hunting Tactic You Will Ever Need

The highly effective turkey hunting tactic known as the turkey calling retreat This article originally…

A Merriam’s Wild Turkey strutting
Life History of the Merriam’s Wild Turkey (Meleagris gallopavo merriami)

Pursuing the beautiful mountain bird — the Merriam’s Wild Turkey Just as the Eastern wild turkey is known for…

A stack of turkey calls on a table
The Basics of Turkey Calls and Their History

Take a journey through the types of turkey calls and applications from indigenous history to…

A bowhunter holds a wild turkey
How Hard is it to Bowhunt Turkeys?

Exploring the difficulties of archery hunting wild turkeys Every spring in the fading weeks of…

A group of turkeys walking a trail midday.
How to Hunt Turkeys During the Midday

How to turn the tides on turkey hunting after lunch Midday gobblers can provide a…

Hunters sit in a turkey blind on a hunt.
When, How and Why to Use a Ground Blind for Turkeys

Understanding when to use a ground blind while hunting turkeys While the turkey hunter will…

A turkey hunter carries a 20 gauge shotgun through the woods.
Can I Use a 20-Gauge to Hunt Turkeys?

A look into breaking tradition by hunting turkey with a 20-gauge Yes, yes, yes. I…

A turkey hunter checks trail camera pictures while scouting.
Scouting Turkeys with Trail Cameras

Scouting turkeys with trail cameras can make turkey hunting more efficient Every turkey hunter knows…

A turkey hunter uses a turkey box call.
Is Bad Calling Good Enough to Hunt Turkeys?

Being a champion turkey caller is not a prerequisite for being a good turkey hunter…

A Rio Grande turkey strutting in a field
Rio Grande Wild Turkey (Meleagris gallopavo intermedia)

The Rio Grande wild turkey is more than just a Texas bird  The Rio Grande subspecies…

A turkey decoy in a field with turkey hunters.
Do Turkey Decoys Really Work?

A constructive look at when turkey decoys do and do not work The simple answer…

A new turkey hunter holds up their first turkey up with joy.
A Deeper Look at Mentoring in Turkey Hunting

It’s more than just taking someone on a turkey hunt If there is one form…

A turkey hunter shows a bird he shot.
A Reason to Over Call Turkeys

Over calling turkeys is not the best idea — but in some cases, it may…

A turkey hunter loading his shotgun during a turkey hunt.
Choosing Turkey Chokes, Ammo, and Shot Patterning

Exploring what chokes and ammo to use for turkey hunting Turkey hunting is like nothing…

A wild turkey moves silently along the edge of a field.
How to Kill a Silent Turkey

Explore a less traditional but effective approach to hunting turkeys that are silent during the…