in CA. the brids mate from late march up to almost May...the better hunting is the month of april....weather plays a HUGE key in turkey hunting.....i find the absolute best time to hunt is after a storm or on a day that is stormy then the clouds clear and you get some sunshine...this, atleast in my neck of the woods, drives those turks crazy......but for you i would say your best bet for most active gobblers will be begining of the season.