Turkey

Few species captivate the imagination and hunting spirit of the American hunter more than the eastern turkey. With its stunning plumage, unique physical characteristics that set it apart from its Western counterpart, and adaptability to its homeland, it's no surprise that Benjamin Franklin once deemed it a "respectable bird." 

While it may be a lesser-known subspecies, that doesn't mean this bird is any less impressive. 

We had the opportunity to ask each member of The Untamed crew about some of our hottest turkey topics. Here are the highlights of our conversation about chasing (and harvesting) spring turkeys.

What does success look like after a turkey hunt? We love seeing your photos and sharing them with other hunters to celebrate your turkey harvest at the end of the season.

One of the most essential things in a turkey hunter's arsenal is the best turkey call for the right situation. Turkey hunters use calls to mimic various hen sounds like purrs, yelps, and clucks to convince a male turkey to come into range for the shot, whether hunting with a bow or shotgun.

Whether you are in the South and have already begun your hunt for spring toms, or you are patiently waiting for the end of March or the beginning of April in the Midwest, there is one thing we all have in common – we want to harvest a nice gobbler – and the right strategies can help make your spring turkey hunt a success!

As March breathes a little warmth onto the earth, the fields and woods come alive with the sounds of its inhabitants. There’s one sound that has turkey hunters anxiously waiting: the gobble.