“turkeys”

Ted Jaycox of Tall Tine Outfitters discusses what it takes to hunt three of the most sought after turkey subspecies: the Osceola, the Gould's and the Ocellated.

The National Wild Turkey Federation is asking members—both current and prospective—to "Rise and Fly" and help spread the mission's good word.

Earlier this spring, NRA Pubs' Tom Rickwalder journeyed to Florida to hunt Osceola turkeys with the National Wild Turkey Federation, Bushnell and Federal Premium, among others. After tagging his bird, he was given the chance to hunt a management alligator in the state's swampland. Guided by Justin Guerry of Osceola Outdoors, Tom took his first-ever shot at a gator.

NRA members Chris and Jack Ellis found a couple of Osceola turkeys to take home for a birthday dinner on a recent Florida hunt.

Since 1973 the National Wild Turkey Federation has fought to conserve wild turkeys and protect the hunting heritage. In 2016, the organization is asking for your help. More specifically, it's asking members—both current and prospective—to "Rise and Fly" and help spread the mission's good word.

There's no doubt about it, Winchester's Shot-Lok technology has been a full-fledged revolution. Though originally designed with turkeys in mind, the concept has expanded to upland loads and, for 2016, will enter a not-so-feathered market. Coyotes, hogs and varmints the world over will be testing their luck against Varmint X shotshells going forward.