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Old 03-29-2004, 09:28 AM
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Default RE: Scouting Report - What do I do next?

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When you go hunting go to the same spot and listen for gobbles. When you hear one that is close like the one at 80 yards, move in using cover and position your setup close to the bird, preferably above him. Once you are setup and the bird is gobbling in the tree call ONCE and put your calls away until he flies down(very important). If you keep calling he will stay in the tree. After your calls are put away get a small stick and about every 2 minutes scratch the leaves by you where he can hear it. Scratch like this.. scratch..scratch pause scratch. What you are trying to do is imitate a hen that has flown down and is scratching the ground.
Now listen for him to fly down. When he flies down listen for him walking in the leaves. Also listen for him drumming...sounds like this..............VMUMMMMMMMMM...Spit! If you can hear that he is close. If he does'nt show in 10 minutes call to him. If he gobbles and he is close DO NOT CALL AGAIN. Keep scratching the leaves but make sure he does'nt see your hands move. Hold the stick close to the ground to hide your movements. If you can hear him but cannot see him make sure your gun is up and ready he can show himself at anytime and when he does he will be looking for the hen(you). Make sure you are totally camoed
(gloves mask, everything) and by all means do not move a inch. If you have to move, do so very slowly. When he is in range(20 to 30 yards) put the bead on your gun at the base of his neck and pull the trigger. Try to shoot him when he is not in full strutt if you can. Good Luck!
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