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.
Whatever the reasons, most hunters agree that the gobbling of a mature tom is what keeps their blood pumping in the spring turkey woods. One of the only times a hunter does not enjoy the sound of a turkey gobbling is after sitting for a decent length of time while calling, only to realize that the gobbler is hung up and won’t come any closer. Several things can cause a gobbler to hang up or not respond to calls, but let’s talk about ways to prevent it from happening in the first place.
To help get advice and tips on what to look for, when to scout, and where to hang the best treestands, I recently talked with Jason Say of Wired Outdoors T.V. to see how he closes the deal on mature bucks each year.
