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

If you hunt turkeys long enough, you’ll see them do some crazy, unexpected things. Our man’s seen plenty of that, too—enough to make him think long and hard about how to counter some “Crazy Ivan” moves.

Many turkey hunters don’t put in the effort to map a gobbler’s routine prior to opening morning. Follow these scouting tips to find the best spot to kill a tom.

Before you settle in to work a bird, pay attention to where—and how—you sit. Your location and position can make all the difference in getting a shot.

One new piece of gear can be the difference, but collectively gear can complicate your hunt. Deciding which to bring and which to leave at home can be tough.

If you want to go for a turkey hunting world slam, (taking all four U.S. subspecies, the Gould's and the Oscellated) you're going to need to identify each one and know where they live. Here's a list of all six to help you start on your once-in-a-lifetime quest.

The gobbler tactics divulged here might be unconventional, they might even be eccentric, but in theory they all work…well, they’re at least funny.

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.

By this time of year, toms have regrouped into bachelor bands and hens have gathered with their poults, which means turkeys enjoy the security of large flocks. Here’s how to outfox all those eyes and ears and take home a bird for Thanksgiving.