Adventure Outdoors Magazine Spring 2017 | Page 91

S pring season brings turkeys , otherwise referred to as gobblers , and lots of them . Since spring is breeding season , turkeys will be moving about , especially males that are trying to hen up . Hens will be making nests on the ground and become territorial , and the males will keep a close watch . All of this gives you , the hunter , an advantage .

The turkeys will be distracted with mating and laying eggs , but don ’ t lose your patience . Turkeys are naturally paranoid birds . They are very wary of their surroundings , and will scoot at the sound of too much wind . Use a blind if that makes you feel better , but your best bet is to stay in a hunting environment with lots of diversity . This will increase your chances of bagging that prized gobbler .
All of this is great news if you ’ re planning a spring turkey hunting trip . However , you may have already mastered the technique in your hometown . If you are up for the challenge , try out these notably impressive spring turkey hunting states , and immerse yourself into new territory . This can make the hunt all the more challenging , and fun !