Re: Turkeys - Rock creek.
Originally Posted by
JSaw
I've always had the most success in the morning, I like to start before the turkeys come out their roost tree. LISTEN for them as they're super loud in the morning. I've been able to spot and stalk on a couple and I bumped my Tom last year in thick brush. Look for south aspect slopes with a good mix of large fir or pine roosting trees. If you think it's too steep for turkeys, it probably isn't... they don't mind the very steep stuff at all.
This is very good advice and something most hunters overlook all the time.
Originally Posted by
charlie_horse
Any particular brand for the box call that's better than others.
I prefer mouth reeds personally. The less movement you make, the better. If you have any experience with using them for elk hunting it is pretty easy to get the hang of.
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