ok i got my topo map, now what?
 

i just recieved my new topo map of my favorite hunting area from maptech (as was suggested from another recent post) and the thing is awesome. my only problem is ive only been hunting turkeys seriously for about 2 years and i am somewhat inexperienced. what should i be looking for when it comes to reading a topo map as far as turkey hunting goes? what terrain, features, etc... should i be looking for?

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RE: ok i got my topo map, now what?
 

the maps wont have it but try to figure out where any fences are and mark those in there..they dont like to cross thsoe either also mark where youve hear and see birds. mark where youve roosted them b4 too. good luck

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RE: ok i got my topo map, now what?
 

Has anyone checked out http://www.topozone.com
They have some free topo maps but may be hard to find the area you are looking for.
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RE: ok i got my topo map, now what?
 

GS,Nothin beats good old fashioned leg work.Now is the time of year to scout new areas.Get out and walk every inch of the ground you intend to hunt then walk it again.You'll learn,roostin sites,feedin areas,strut zones and barriers both natural and man made.These are things no map can show you.Once you found them then you can mark them on your map for a quick reference.Good Luck

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my only problem with scouting is that my hunting area is over 3 hours drive from my house. i do plan on making a few scouting trips right before the season opens.

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That topozone is awsome, I just pin pointed my spot and some other spots as well. I know them very well but it is good toprint up a copy to let my buddy see for him know find a spot.

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I used to use the NET map sites. I had problems with print quality, needed my reading glasses to make out anything. I bought a CD-rom map and have all the ones I want and need in the size that suits my fancy. Also I interface my GPS with my computer, the note taking and scouting is sooo easy. One of the best investments a outdoorsman can make.

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