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Species Profile: Eastern Wild Turkey

Eastern wild turkeys (Meleagris gallopavo silvestris) are the most abundant and widespread of the four races commonly occurring in the U.S.

Turkey

A Closer Look at the Wild Turkey

Some parts of a turkey’s anatomy—beaks, feet, legs and yes, the coveted spurs, are worthy of a closer look at how they function in the species’ survival.

Turkey, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

Yelp & Gobble Inc. by Brent Rogers, a Review for Bottomland Book Club

Mossy Oak friend Brent Rogers recently wrote a book on the history and importance of commercial turkey call makers.

Turkey, Bottomland Book Club

How to Make a Tube Call for Turkey Hunting

For those who want to make their own tube calls, I recommend starting with the bamboo, 35mm film tubes, small plastic Tylenol bottles, PVC tubing etc. There is little to no expense with these – no shop equipment required –and very little expense for glue and latex.

Turkey, How-To

The History of Tube-Type Turkey Calls

In the mid-1970’s, Dick Kirby founded Quaker Boy Calls. One of their calls was made from the Memphis Snuff Company half-ounce cans to make their commercially produced snuff can turkey calls. (I am fortunate to have one, and its green logo paper label is still in excellent shape.)

Turkey, Mossy Oak Companions

R. Wayne Bailey, Legendary Wild Turkey Biologist

Near the end of a life well lived, R. Wayne Bailey was often referenced as “the godfather of modern wild turkey management” and/or “the dean of turkey hunters.”

Turkey, Conservation, Land Management, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

"Instant Old Friends" of 30 Years: The History of Companions

Companions. It’s a word that evokes an old buddy helping you drag out a deer, a good dog acting as your shadow, a cold drink on the front porch with your loved ones.

Turkey, Fishing, Small Game, Deer, Waterfowl, Conservation, News, Mossy Oak

Mossy Oak Booth Schedule of Events at the 2024 NWTF Convention

The NWTF Convention kicks off turkey season every year the right way. Come hang out in the Mossy Oak booth this year, Booth #701.

Turkey, Video, Mossy Oak, Mossy Oak Companions, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

Turkey Decoys: Pros and Cons

Today, there are so many styles of turkey decoys it can be difficult to choose. Here's a look at the different types of turkey decoys and the pros and cons of each.

Turkey, Gear, How-To

19 Shed Hunting Strategies

Shed hunting offers many strategic rewards to gamekeepers, giving you lots of valuable information about which bucks survived the season and where they were in late winter when the antlers dropped.

Big Game, Deer

Make Your Own Custom Turkey Calls

The lull between winter hunting seasons and Spring gobbler provide an ideal time to outfit yourself with you own custom turkey calls before the season starts.

Turkey, How-To

Fire: Understanding Nature’s Oldest Management Tool

During the last century, controlled burns have been steadily suppressed due to changing public perception of fire, which diminished the quality of habitat for many game species.

Turkey, Deer, Conservation, Land Management, How-To, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers, Mossy Oak Properties

Mossy Oak and Huk Partner for New Fishing Pattern: Stormwater

Mossy Oak Fishing and Huk have partnered to bring to life a pattern that represents what every fisherman respects: stormy waters.

Fishing, Gear, Mossy Oak Fishing

Texas Spicy Wild Boar Pork Belly Burnt Ends

The Texas Spicy Wild Boar Pork Belly Burnt Ends produces an explosive amount of flavor.

Wild Game Recipes, Ingredient Wild, Mossy Oak Gamekeeper Butchery

Comprehensive Guide to Trapping Coyotes

There’s no better way to efficiently reduce coyote numbers than trapping. But catching coyotes won’t come easy.

Predator, Land Management, How-To, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

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Strategies For Hunting the "Second Rut"

Often, the first to mid-December, white-tailed does, and bucks go into what many hunters refer to as the second rut. Some hunters do not like to use the term second rut to describe the re-occurring breeding activities that occur during this time because the rutting activity is far different from that of the primary rut.

Deer, How-To

Late Season Deer Hunting Tactics for December and January

Late-season deer hunting in December and January presents unique challenges and opportunities for hunters seeking the elusive mature buck.

Deer, How-To

Chef Nathan Duensing puts a new twist on everyone’s favorite waterfowl-based appetizer, a duck popper perfect for any table.

Waterfowl, Wild Game Recipes, Video, Ingredient Wild

The Deep South Rut

For most hunters, November is the month where the magic happens in the deer woods. However, if you drive far enough south, you’ll find a land where the finest days for deer hunting are in December.

Deer, How-To

How To Adapt To Post-Rut Hunting

The post-rut can be an excellent time to find a mature buck, still on his feet and ready for action.

Deer, How-To

Top Tools for Getting Your Deer Out of the Woods

You killed a deer far from the truck. Now what? Here’s a look at some of the best ways to get your deer out of the woods.

Big Game, Deer, How-To

How to Prepare for Your Child’s First Duck Hunt

That first hunt is important and memorable for you and your child. Here’s tips from Brodie Swisher on getting the correct gear and what to know to make that first hunt a success.

Waterfowl, How-To, Video

Make it a Mossy Oak Christmas from Walmart

We've put together a list of items you can conveniently grab at your local Walmart or online to gift to your outdoors loving family and friends.

Turkey, Big Game, Small Game, Deer, Waterfowl, Predator, Gear

Make it a Mossy Oak Kids' Christmas

There's not much more rewarding than seeing your little ones excited and ready to get out in the woods or out on the water. Here's our gift guide to giving them an outdoorsy gift that they'll be thrilled to open under the tree this Christmas.

Turkey, Fishing, Small Game, Deer, Waterfowl, Gear, Mossy Oak Kids

Understanding Weather Changes and How it Affects the Rut

Understanding how weather impacts deer behavior during this critical period can dramatically increase your chances of success.

Deer

Persimmon Cheesecake Recipe

Beka Garris gives us her homemade recipe for an easy and delicious NY-style persimmon cheesecake full of that distinct persimmon flavor.

Wild Game Recipes, Ingredient Wild

Best Treestands for Taking Kids Hunting

Hunting with a sidekick this season? Here’s a look at some of the best treestand options on the market for deer hunting with your child.

Deer, Gear, Bow, Firearm

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