Thanks for the comments guys. Now for a couple more questions.

1) Is it legal to take a bearded hen in the Spring season? (I realize that this may vary from state to state.)

2) WBH mentioned not wanting those genes in your flock. Are bearded hens undesirable and why?

Sorry for all of the questions guys, but I am new to turkey hunting and I am still trying to learn as much as I can.

Almost forgot, is a bearded hen considered a trophy?