In most cases, hunters can get a hunting license through their state wildlife agency. You can typically purchase either online or in person at approved vendors. Requirements typically include completing a hunter education course and paying applicable licensing fees based on your residency status and…
In general, afternoon turkey hunting strategies require a more passive approach. Learning where they go in the afternoons, how to call differently than a morning hunt, adjusting your decoy strategy, and other techniques can lead to bringing home a bird in the afternoon. Most hunters…
Scouting for turkeys involves locating roost sites, identifying feeding areas, and tracking movement patterns before the season begins. Hunters often look for tracks, droppings, feathers, and scratchings to determine where turkeys are spending time. Scouting land to hunt turkey this time of year is an…
Turkey hunting safety emphasizes making yourself visible to other hunters, avoiding dangerous behaviors like stalking sounds, and practicing proper firearm handling at all times. Hunters should clearly identify their target, avoid wearing full camouflage without added visibility, and exercise caution when calling or approaching others…
Turkey hunters use different calls to mimic hen sounds and attract gobblers. Common call types include box calls, slate calls, and diaphragm calls, each offering different tones and levels of control depending on hunting conditions and distance. Turkeys are intensely vocal creatures known for a…
Hunter education is critical to keeping hunts safe and legal – and thanks to improvements in technology, new hunters have more options than ever. However, it can sometimes be tough to choose between a traditional in-person course and an online course. Can you take a…
