Turkeys From Behind
 

I was watching a turkey hunting show.

They got one and the host said that he was good at calling.

The only thing is they seem to always come from behind.

I tryed turkey hunting for the first time last year and the times I got
Some to respond they came in from behind me.

Is this normal or is it just me setting up wrong ?

Or it could just be the turkeys are just in that direction ?

Thank You

RE: Turkeys From Behind
 

It happens - they come sneaking in from behind. And then gobble when ya don't expect it and it is enough to make you pee your pants....Shhhh don't tell my wife :)

Need to ask one question though. Did the bird gobble?

If ever you hear a gobble and it is away from you in the direction you are not facing - better move your butt around the tree and get that gun ready.


But yes bires will come sneaking in. You can't stop that unless you have your back to a cliff or some barrier they can not penetrate.

JW

RE: Turkeys From Behind
 

One problem that I see a lot is when using decoys. I set-up with my gun always pointing towards the jake decoy, and have had birds come in from other directions on many occassions. They usually will stroll right into the decoy set-up, hence that's where I point my gun. If I wasn't using decoys, I would agree with JW and move towards the sound of the gobble.;)

RE: Turkeys From Behind
 

Speaking of turkeys from behind - I've had success in the past sneaking up on them from behind, but you have to wait until they're in full strut.

I've closed the distance by 10-20 yards to get them in range.

A gobbler's field of view is limited by his tailfeathers when in full strut. You can use it to your advantage.

Off the topic, I know, but a noteworthy tactic nonetheless.

RE: Turkeys From Behind
 

See the thread about shooting decoys.
Hal