I would have you buy some assortment of calls and have you practice using them. Study some good video tapes. And yes, try to find a veteran turkey hunter who will be willing to teach you properly. Just remember, theer are no set rules for any hunting situation, just some that work more than others. The only other thing is to be out in the woods, with or without a veteran hunter.....This is what they mean by "O_J_T" or "On the Job Training". Good Luck!!