As hunters we spend hours planning for a hunt, looking over maps, checking gear lists, and practicing with our guns and bows. Unfortunately, little thought is put into what the hunter is going to do after a kill. As a result, the game is loaded up into a back of a truck as the hunter heads into town to get breakfast. The hour after the kill is the most crucial time and will impact the deliciousness of the meat, so you better have a plan.
The Language of Love
Calling in a springtime turkey is a deceitful ploy. The hunter mimics the sounds of a hen in hopes of luring a tom into range. When the curiosity of the gobbler gets the best of him, the result can be an adrenaline filled hunt and meat on the table. There are three “types” I play in the turkey woods: The Copy Cat, The Drunk Chick, and the Shy Librarian. Deploy these tactics on your next turkey hunt to increase your chances of filling a tag.