After many years I have learned if you hunt public like I do, forget about trying to call one in. I have a lot of other hunters running & gunning into me. Have found the best defense is to identify busy strutting areas and get there early. Set up my Avians where they can be seen from the longest distance..........by both toms and hunters! I will use a blind if weather is dicey or no ideal tree to back up against.

Also, have a plan B, C & D in case someone else beats me to A.

I generally scout the properties well and know where birds tend to frequent. I look for the biggest open field with the shortest cover, adjacent to tall stands of roosting timber. Generally it's just a matter of time. If another hunter sees my setup, they always move on quickly.

I get all my runnin & gunnin out of the way in February & March while scouting. Always have many dependable good set up spots due to the scouting. I get my bird or two every year.