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We went turkey hunting this weekend without very much luck.

I had set up in one spot and my dad in another. He decided to move down the ridge a little so he could see a field. When he did, he spooked a longbeard towards me. Once I finally saw the turkey it took me a few seconds to decide whether to shoot or not. When I finally decided to shoot, I had to wait for him to get in a clearing.

The whole time the bird was in a dead run away from my dad. Once he entered the clearing the Beretta sounded off, and the turkey rolled.

I was really excited.

I took off running to where he had fell and rolled a little ways down the hill. When I got there, he was no where to be found. My dad and I searched all over the woods for that turkey and never did find him.

We just believe he got up and took off running.

So always remember that turkeys are some TOUGH birds.

Last weekend was awesome.  It was the juvenile turkey hunt here in Tennessee.

My dad and I hunted Saturday morning without any luck.  We had seen turkeys, but they just didn’t  come close enough. Patience was the word of the day.

That afternoon was a different story.  We went back to the same area we had gone before. But this time, the turkeys were already in the field.  We decided to set up our hunt where we thought they were to roost.  Patience again.  After watching them for a couple of hours, they finally started moving towards us.

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Turkey hunting is one of the most enjoyable and the fastest growing forms of hunting today. The most successful turkey hunters use different techniques just to locate a bird. Many techniques are applied and each turkey hunter would swear by their methods.

There are certain truths though that most hunters will agree upon.  Some of them are obvious enough, like, being in camouflage helps hunters stay hidden within gun range.  Or movement is the supreme enemy of the turkey hunters. Much more than this, practicing makes your skills as a turkey hunter better. And the excitement of the turkey hunt will focus the hunter’s awareness.

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There has been many disagreements on what the best shotgun for turkey hunting is.  I personally believe a 12 gauge is definitely the best.  The actual gun itself ,though, depends on the money you are willing to spend and what feels right.

Now that the spring turkey-hunting season is nearly upon us, you should find the right shotgun. As turkey hunting has become increasingly popular, more and more manufacturers have developed shotguns that have more features. There are a few things you need to keep in mind as you search for the perfect shotgun.

You need to buy a shotgun that fits you. The only sure way to find a shotgun that properly fits you is to make an appointment with a firearms expert. Pull the gun to your shoulder. Always point the muzzle in a safe direction. See if the gun swings into place without extra effort. Pay attention to the weight of the gun – is it comfortable? Next, adjust the placement of your forward hand. Check to see if you are able to hold the shotgun steady for a set amount of time. Also, see if you are able to comfortably carry the shotgun for long distances. If you answer “yes” to each of these questions, you may have found the right shotgun.

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