Newby Turkey Hunter
 

Anyone got any suggestions on the types of calls I need to be using?
I have used a mouth call some but this is the first year im actually going to get out and hunt. What are some "turkey hunting for dummies" type calls? WHen is the best time to call one in?

Plottman:
I recommend buying each style of turkey call out on the market and just play with them. This allows you to choose which call style you like best.
When it comes to the best time to call a bird in... Well I would say any time is a good time. Thats where scouting comes in and knowing the birds your hunting... I personally have had the best luck in the 3rd week of the season to call birds in but I have friends who call them in opening day.
Good luck!

Calls
 

http://bettiscustomcalls.com/
Welcome, Brother:arms:
BigBuck95:sign0016:

The push button box calls are the easiest to use for beginners. They are basically foolproof for making clucks and yelps.

There are also three other threads just below this one asking your same question. They all contain excellent advice on how to get started.

Good luck

Mouthcaller

I do not really have an alias. . . .
 

Also, i don't know if you need any advice on guns, but i recommend a 12 guage semi auto or pump, 6s and a fairly tight choke, as the shot will spread out, and it allows for a longer, more accurate shot. Scope or no scope can be debated, but i don't really think it matters. Ive shot with both and i still miss:biggrin:, so that's up to you.
Calls, I agree with mouthcaller. I just saw a pushbutton one this weekedn for the first time and they are SOOOOOOOOOOOO simple. Best for a beginner, and they require very little movement. FYI, incase you didn't know, turkeys see better than we do, so try NOT TO MOVE AT ALL. The next easiest thing would be a box call, then a slate/glass call, and don't even bother with freaking diaphragms.

Box call link "How to"http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OkYDirtKwLA&feature=related

Slate call link http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T4KLHbsY_o8
Pushbutton link http://www.cabelas.com/p-0031744227100a.shtml

Best of luck:rock:
BigBuck95 (alias: Turkeyslayer19 :biggrin:)

Check your state laws though...these aren't legal in all states.

i would have to say that in my experience a decent box call is probably the easiest though i have never used a push button then I would say that a good slate or glass call with a water proof striker would be second best

Seriously
 

Some states outlaw these little things??? Why??????http://www.cabelas.com/p-0031744227100a.shtml

I wasn't referring to electronic calls - I know they are illegal.

I'm stuck on box calls, or rather one particular box call, the Lynche's World Championship Box Call. I'm still killing turkeys with the one I bought in 1983. I've tried many other calls believe me, I throw away another about every year and use my box call to get the job done. They take some extra care in handling and they can't get wet, and the bands have to be changed, and they have to be chalked, and both your hands are needed, and there are a million other reasons not to use them, but they sound great and are easy for beginners to master.

Thanks for all the tips, yeah i checked I cant use electronic calls in GA, only for coyotes.