Get'n the most from your box call, the Yelp

ShallowRio · 01-30-2007, 01:48 PM

This is the first installment of a series of threads that I will post showing how to get the most from your box call.

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[/align]I know most of this you already know, so bare with me cuz I'm try'n to put this together to be able to help anybody. I'm sure you'll pick up a couple things if not and you know another way, show me. I'm always look'n for a new way to run a call.

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[/align]When running a box call hold the box as if holding the forearm of a rifle. Hold the paddle handle loosely as if an extension of your arm. You want to create a wrist-like point were your fingers connect with the handle.

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This first photo shows a loose hold of thehandle creating a hinge point.

[/align]Don't pinch off the paddle.

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[/align]For a plain Yelp, while holding the box keep your fingers off the box sides. Create a swivel like connection with your hold of the paddle handle.

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Run the call at the closed end, for a yelp use minimal pressure playing the call from about a 5:00 o'clock position to nearly a 6:00 o'clock position on the right side of the box.

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The call can also be held paddle away often creating a slightly different Yelp.

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The box up method, running a box call in this mannermay seamsomewhat awkward but will create yet another Wild Turkey voice. Ihave had customers that prefer this method. Thiswill often createthe highest pitch Yelp.

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superstrutter · 01-30-2007, 02:10 PM

Does it always work that well on cats?

r33h · 01-30-2007, 02:14 PM

The best turkey hunter I know and I have ever had the pleasure to turkey hunt with showed me how to hold the box call like you are in the fourth pic. At first, it kinda felt weird because I was so use to holding the traditional way like in the first pic. I now prefer holding it this way as I feel I have more control...

Dr Andy · 01-30-2007, 02:49 PM

Thanks for the great post, All of these methods were what I was taught last year,and the upside down one does produce a distinctly different sound.

arkansasbowhunter · 01-30-2007, 03:49 PM

how do you purr or gobble?

moose1915 · 01-30-2007, 04:52 PM

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ORIGINAL: superstrutter

Does it always work that well on cats?

it's quite obvious that it's a cougar, NOT a housecat...
duh!

Cleburne · 01-30-2007, 05:16 PM

Must be a Tom cat.

ShallowRio · 01-30-2007, 05:23 PM

dat dern cat
[/align]Anyway, to get the most from your box call, you should become proficient in all methods.
This will result in varied Wild Turkey voices and thats all good.
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RDHunter · 01-30-2007, 05:31 PM

Thanks ShallowRio
I just learned something new , thats pretty cool.

Dr Andy · 01-30-2007, 06:30 PM

Hey Rio you forgot to mention if you have different wood on opposite sides of the box you'll get a different sound depending on which side you're playing!