“Tag: Turkeys”

Young Jack Ellis joined three fellow up-and-coming hunters on a youth turkey hunt in Florida. This is his story.

Never discount the power of a decoy to lure tom turkeys close—real close.

Associate Editor Jon Draper spent a few days chasing Kentucky toms with the guys from Knight & Hale Game Calls. Though the birds were largely uncooperative, Draper was able to tag one with the help of some pro-calling and more patience than he knew he was capable of.

Bryce Towsley breaks down the gear he used on his recent Merriam's turkey hunt.

Turkey hunters can hit the woods this spring with the knowledge that the birds we all love have received a conservation boost thanks to a new partnership between Mossy Oak and the National Wild Turkey Federation.

Last spring, Executive Editor Adam Heggenstaller had the opportunity to join Federal Premium and Tall Tine Outfitters in Sonora, Mexico, to chase the elusive Gould's turkey. Would he find success?

A good setup and quiet patience trumps all when it comes to turkeys, even south of the border.

Executive Editor Adam Heggenstaller offers a few recommendations for the 2016 spring turkey season.

For a first time handgun hunter, a little practice paid off. NRA Publications Editorial Director John Zent invited Senior Digital Producer Tom Rickwalder to the range to test fire the Taurus Raging Bull in 44 Mag. After a little work, they both decided Rickwalder was ready to go on his first handgun hunt. Turkeys and whitetail would serve as his targets in Virginia. Get an inside look at the hunt with this gallery.