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Old 01-16-2009 | 07:22 AM
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Default RE: turkey hunting newbie

I agree with all the advice everyone's given so far.I just wanted to add one thing. I think the best determinant of how successful you will be is how willing you are to vary your approach. Don't be dead set on one approach, like always using decoys, sitting the same spot, or using the same calling style. If something doesn't seem to be working, don't hesitate to change your approach. All turkeys are different and turkeys act differently at different times. Sometimes turkeys will come charging into your decoys, and sometimes they will veer off away from them. Sometimes it is best to call a lot and get the turkeys excited. Other times, it's best to yelp once or twice and then shut up, or not call at all. Pay attention to what the turkeys are doing, and then base your approach off of that. Oh, one more thing. When scouting for turkeys, DO NOT use a turkey call. A lot of people still do this, and the only thing it accomplishes is making the turkeys call shy. Good luck.
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