In the segments that follow we cover some basic hunting techniques.
- Turkey hunting is frequently done in wooded areas, bottom lands and other areas well away from human development. In our demonstration, Michael Tull took host Kevin Wilson for his first hunting outing on an old logging road. This was selected as a good location since it offered good cover and a good line of sight.
- Hunters typically find a good spot to sit that is comfortable and offers adequate concealment -- such as propped against a large tree (figure A).
- A stool of some sort is used as a seat to raise the hunter off the ground (figure B).
- Once the hunter is properly equipped, well camouflaged and in a good location, the most important factor is to remain perfectly still and make absolutely no unnecessary movement. Unlike duck hunting, in which hunters use blinds to conceal themselves, turkey hunters know that the best way to remain unnoticed by turkeys is to remain completely motionless. In turkey hunting, movement is the enemy.
- Sitting propped against a tree helps break up the hunter's outline, also helping them to remain unnoticed by wary turkeys.
- Safety Tip: Once you're camouflaged and in position, if another hunter should happen to wander into your area, call out a name (any name) to alert them of your presence. Avoid simply waving to attract their attention.
- Camouflage is essential for turkey hunting, including a camouflage mask or netting for your face (figure C). Even turkey hunters' guns are often covered with camouflage finish to prevent glare or reflection off of the metal parts from alerting the turkey.
- Yelp calls may be used first to attempt to attract turkeys into the area. If a turkey is spotted nearby, softer calls such as purrs using a slate call (figure D) can be used to bring the turkey in even closer.
RESOURCES :
How to Turkey Hunt: The Real Truth About How It Is Done
Model: 0595214762
Author: Marc D. Greer
Writers Club Press
The Field & Stream Turkey Hunting Handbook
Model: 1558219137
Author: Philip Bourjai
The Lyon's Press
New York, NY 10011
Phone: 212-620-9580
Fax: 212-929-1836
Website: www.lyonspress.com
The Complete Book of Wild Turkey Hunting: A Handbook of Techniques and Strategies
Model: 1585740993
Author: John Trout
The Lyon's Press
New York, NY 10011
Phone: 212-620-9580
Fax: 212-929-1836
Website: www.lyonspress.com
National Wild Turkey Federation
National Wild Turkey Federation
Website: www.nwtf.org
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