Bowhunting for turkeys during the spring is a thrilling pursuit that promises excitement and challenge. With their keen eyesight and quick movements, turkeys present a challenging target for bowhunters. However, a successful hunt is within reach with careful preparation and knowledge.
By expanding their focus beyond deer, ScentLok can provide hunters with versatile garments that work well in various hunting situations, ensuring they can stay undetected and increase their chances of success no matter the game they pursue. As spring ushers in turkey hunting season, hunters often need specialized gear specifically tailored to pursue gobblers.
In a candid conversation, Eberhart shared his insights into scent control, highlighting its pivotal role in outsmarting whitetails' keen senses. "A whitetail’s nose is the number one tool against avoiding danger," he emphasized. That is why hunters must pay attention to detail. I have interviewed Eberhart in the past and am always intrigued by his opinions and, more importantly, his success with scent control.
Recently, I had the opportunity to visit with Forrest to ask his tips for helping deer hunters maximize their deer habitat throughout the off-season. Forrest was eager to share his knowledge on how he helps maximize hunting land for a thriving deer population.
Last we talked with hunting land management expert, Jason Say, he spelled out an easy way to frost seed your plot. Besides frost seeding, another topic that Say is extremely versed in – that often goes overlooked by hunters – is soil testing.
As the hunting season fades, many enthusiasts transition into another thrilling pursuit: shed hunting. The quest for finding antlers left behind by bucks is not just a hobby; it's a testament to patience, timing, and strategy. However, the endeavor often comes with its fair share of frustrations, as eager hunters may start too early, only to come up empty-handed. But fear not; success in shed hunting lies in understanding when, why, and where to look.
When I recently spoke with Hosie to get his opinion on the best turkey calls for spring turkey hunting, I started by expressing that if there were one caller I would want behind me while hunting, it would be Hosie.
"There are numerous ways to process venison, but one method that’s a hit with just about everyone—kids and supposed venison-haters included—are deer sticks. Of course, every self-processing hunter, meat locker, and game processor has their own favorite recipes… Here’s one that I produce in my own kitchen that’s easy, minimizes mess, and yields tasty results. " -Aaron Ambur
ScentLok ambassador, Jason Say, enjoys teaching other hunters how to manage their land more effectively to foster trophy growth. Based in Pennsylvania, he consults with clients in Pennsylvania, Ohio, Kentucky, New York, Maryland, Connecticut, Ohio, Kentucky, and West Virginia.
Shed hunting, searching for discarded antlers, has gained popularity among hunters and outdoor enthusiasts. Beyond being a thrilling off-season activity, shed hunting offers many benefits, from providing insights into the local deer population to serving as a valuable scouting tool. Yet, there are still a few insights into shed hunting that hunters should consider before going on their treasure hunt.
