SOUTH DAKOTA OR TEXAS?
01-10-2005, 04:37 PM
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SOUTH DAKOTA OR TEXAS?
Thinking on planning a trip to either south dakota, or texas this spring for gobblers, i know one is merriam and the other rio's, but besides that which state and why? also any advice on a reputable outfitter would be greatly appreciated, packages and prices if possible. thank you.
01-11-2005, 01:31 PM
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RE: SOUTH DAKOTA OR TEXAS?
According to the latest data (2003 estimates):
Texas -estmated population 200,000
-spring turkey licences $120
-annual harvest 30,000 birds
- 4 tags and you can shoot 'em all in one shot if you want!
SD -estmated pop. 51,000
-Spring turkey tag $85
-annual harvest 5,250 birds
- 1 bearded bird
Source "Turkey and Turkey Hunting" Winter 2004 ediition
Man, I think this is a no-brainer. If I'm going travelling I sure like the higher population, the higher success ratio of Texas. Never mind the fact you could come home with 4 birds. If you're going to spend the money go to Texas!
Texas -estmated population 200,000
-spring turkey licences $120
-annual harvest 30,000 birds
- 4 tags and you can shoot 'em all in one shot if you want!
SD -estmated pop. 51,000
-Spring turkey tag $85
-annual harvest 5,250 birds
- 1 bearded bird
Source "Turkey and Turkey Hunting" Winter 2004 ediition
Man, I think this is a no-brainer. If I'm going travelling I sure like the higher population, the higher success ratio of Texas. Never mind the fact you could come home with 4 birds. If you're going to spend the money go to Texas!
01-21-2005, 10:08 PM
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Spike
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RE: SOUTH DAKOTA OR TEXAS?
hunted both places. Both are great if you hit it right. Black hills are loaded with birds and tons of acres. If you can find a place to hunt SD is the place. very vocal and very receptive to aggressive calling.
Good luck
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