Hunting Skills & Gear

It’s a gobbler ploy as old as the hills you’re hunting in: That bird is answering calls, but just won’t commit close enough for you to pound his red noggin with a load of No. 5s. "Hung up" is what we call it. "Frustrating" is what it is. So close, but yet so far.

Have you ever wondered what professional hunters use in the spring turkey woods? In this four-article series, we'll sit down with four full-time turkey hunters to get a look at the gear, gadgets and other accessories that they love to pack for any hunt. Check it out—you might just find something to add to your packing list.

Have you ever wondered what professional hunters use in the spring turkey woods? In this four-article series, we'll sit down with four full-time turkey hunters to get a look at the gear, gadgets and other accessories that they love to pack for any hunt. Check it out—you might just find something to add to your packing list.

Have you ever wondered what professional hunters use in the spring turkey woods? In this four-article series, we'll sit down with four full-time turkey hunters to get a look at the gear, gadgets and other accessories that they love to pack for any hunt. Check it out—you might just find something to add to your packing list.

Mark Kayser shares a variety of ideas for how to display your shed antler collection.

NAHC Life Member Jim Woods gets the opportunity of a lifetime: an unfenced buffalo hunt in southeastern Minnesota.

Calling is only one part of the many skills that will make you a successful turkey hunter, but I believe it’s the easiest skill to improve. When I started hunting turkeys, I was like most hunters—I didn’t know much. I learned from others I hunted with, and over time I gained confidence in my calling by fooling toms.

There are two reasons for shooting at a running animal: First, you shoot because you want to kill that particular critter, preferably as cleanly as possible.

Hunting with high-quality, convincing decoys will help you fill more tags.

Learn the best ways to stay in shape for hunting from a professional Wilderness Athlete trainer.