Spring Turkey hunt 2021

[Redthies]

Just curious, how do the birds taste? I've heard you don't even try the legs as they are tough as heck, but would the main body be good or are they requiring a lot of spices and basting?

The turkeys I’ve shot have been some of the tastiest game meat I’ve ever had. I have a secret weapon in my wife as she can cook!

[Bubbacanuck]

Just curious, how do the birds taste? I've heard you don't even try the legs as they are tough as heck, but would the main body be good or are they requiring a lot of spices and basting?

Meat Eater cookbook has an amazing recipe for a Turkey Pozole that uses all the tough meat other than the breasts. I think wild turkey is some of the best game meat there is. I just wish I didn't have to drive 7hrs to get one Hopefully, the continue to thrive and expand their territory

[Krico]

I just wish I didn't have to drive 7hrs to get one

When I started turkey hunting I lived up north and used to drive 12 hours to get there lol.

[walker1985]

I seen there's a turkey season on the island. Has anybody done any hunting over there? Are they similar size compared to the Kootney area?

[Bubbacanuck]

I seen there's a turkey season on the island. Has anybody done any hunting over there? Are they similar size compared to the Kootney area?

I've looked into it and it seems mostly around the Shawnigan lake area. They are there but there isn't much crown land to hunt them on. Most tend to stay on or close to private land for the most part. They are a hearty species though, so I am sure over time they will expand their range. Best to get out and see if you find any