Turkey Hunting Tips-When To Move
Turkey hunting often requires a lot of foot work on the part of the hunter. Much time is spent walking in search of a responsive gobbler. Even once the gobbler is located, it still may be necessary to relocate several more times. When to move becomes the question of the day.
Although patience is a key to success more often than not, there will be times when moving is the better approach. This is where hunters can make mistakes. Sometimes gobblers will be headed towards the calling hunter silently. In this instance, by moving the hunter may spook the gobbler.
However, there will also be times when the gobbler only moves in close to the calling hunter but does not come into the set up area. Give the gobbler time, but after being sure that the gobbler is coming no closer, move to another location. This can be anywhere from 30-60 minutes or more depending upon each individual gobbler and each situation.
As long as the gobbler continues to gobble, the hunter will be able to follow his travel. If the gobbler goes silent, it is best to wait. If the gobbler gobbles but heads away from the hunter, then is the time to move. Circle around ahead of the gobbler and set up. Change to a different call and resume calling.
When a gobbler continues to gobble but does not move closer, there may be an obstacle that is preventing the gobbler from coming in. The gobbler may also be with hens and refuses to leave them. This is another reason to relocate. Try to gather a direction of travel and circle ahead.
The key to moving successfully will come with experience. There will be mistakes made but this is part of turkey hunting. Start by being patient but be willing to move if need be.
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