A tom with one or two hens will rarely leave them in the late season. Instead, hunt near or between areas where hens frequently congregate. (Shutterstock photo)
May 07, 2025
By Brian Lovett
You’ve probably seen the meme showing bright-eyed, apple-cheeked hunters under the label, “First day of turkey season,” then a picture of downtrodden, burned-out dudes with the banner, “Third week of turkey season.”
That might prompt a laugh, but it also strikes a chord. After all, turkey season can be a long, grinding rollercoaster ride. Some of that revolves around early hours and long days afield, but much of it involves the birds. After all, as the breeding season progresses and turkeys react to hunting pressure, they often change their
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