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3 Maxims Every Turkey Hunter Can Take to the Bank

Turkey hunters know there's only so much they can count on when it comes to bird behavior. As random as it may seem, the turkey equation can become easier to solve by employing these three tactics.

How to Scout Silent Gobblers

Here’s how thorough scouting can enable you to take gobblers, even if they aren’t gobbling.

Know-How: Be Bossy With The Boss Hen

Logic dictates we play the tom to kill him. However, riling up the dominant hen may be the more attractive option. Here’s how to draw in a gobbler’s main squeeze so you can squeeze the trigger.

Roosted Toms: How Close is Too Close?

The surest way to not kill a gobbler at daylight is to spook it on the roost. Knowing how close you can get before setting up is key. Here are some tips.

As Ageless As the Plains

While the golden age of upland hunting may be a distant memory, the traditions born 50 years ago are still alive, and there is still plenty of great bird hunting to be found.

Member's Hunt: Veteran Efforts of a Novice Hunter

This latest Member's Hunt comes from Sgt. Michael Michaud of Newton Center, Mass.

Tips and Tactics for Hunting Turkeys from a Blind

Run-and-gun turkey hunting doesn’t always cut it. At such times and in such places it’s best to sit tight and let the birds come to you.

5 Common Turkey Hunting Mistakes to Avoid

Avoid these common turkey hunting mistakes to increase your odds of bagging that old gobbler this spring.

Turkey Hunting: Sleep in For Success

The ideal strategy for bagging a gobbler is being at the right place at the right time. Here’s why that time might be hours later than you think.

Know-How: When Toms Gobble Most

Gobblers are more vocal some days than others, but their behavior can seem erratic. Here are the key factors that dictate how boisterous the birds will be this spring.

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