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How to Debone a Turkey

Debone a turkey like a master chef by reading Mossy Oak's blog. Read our 7-step how-to guide with illustrations to successfully butcher wild turkeys like a pro!

Turkey, How-To, Wild Game Recipes, Ingredient Wild, Mossy Oak Gamekeeper Butchery

5 of the Best Fisherman's Knots to Know

According to "Popular Science," there are over 170,000 different knots. Fortunately for fishermen, you only need to know a few. Your repertoire should include 8 or 10, but if you’re only going to learn 5, these are the ones I’d pick. Everyone has their favorites. Your top 5 may vary slightly but should contain at least 2 or 3 of the following.

Fishing, How-To

Tailgate Talks: 9-Year-Old Maverick Maddux's Grand Slam

9-year-old Maverick Maddux completed his wild turkey grand slam a few weeks ago in Florida. He tells us the story of his hunt as well as his experience getting into turkey hunting with his dad, Nathaniel Maddux.

Turkey, Tailgate Talks, Mossy Oak Kids

Swordfish: A Conservation Success Story

Just a decade ago, the idea of recreationally fishing for a broadbill swordfish would have been virtually unthinkable.

Fishing, Mossy Oak Fishing

Turkey Shooting Distance Tips

Sometimes it’s clear when to shoot and when to wait. Sometimes it’s not.

Turkey

308 Winchester Loads & Bullets for Hunting

"I have a hard time passing up an old classic. One of those classic rounds - the 308 Winchester- seems to be enjoying a resurgence in popularity."

Big Game, Deer, Predator, Gear

Tube Turkey Calls - How to Use a Tube Turkey Call

We will use the letters C, P, and T, as well as some combinations of letters and non-letter sounds. In short, you are about to learn how to talk turkey.

Turkey, How-To

Pre-Spawn Bass Fishing in Warm Water

In late winter, anglers are on the lookout for warmer water, water that will help pre-spawn fish generate eggs as well as drawing baitfish hoping to survive during frigid temperatures.

Fishing, How-To, Video, Mossy Oak Fishing

Gear and Equipment for the Beginner Turkey Hunter

Many turkey hunters look like pack mules because they carry so much gear into the woods to try and help them take gobblers. But I like to hunt light, and the older I get, the lighter I travel when turkey hunting.

Turkey, Mossy Oak Bottomland, Mossy Oak Obsession, Gear, Firearm

Bass Fishing Tips for Muddy & Shallow Water Fishing

“Although fish can see in muddy water a lot better than many anglers believe, muddy black out conditions will move bass to areas of dense cover. Laydowns are number one on the list followed by seasoned boat docks.”

Fishing, How-To, Mossy Oak Fishing

Coyote Hunting Tips Guide

To maximize your success in the field with these predators, it's essential to grasp the intricacies of coyote behavior and employ a comprehensive approach to your hunting strategy.

Predator, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

Theodore Roosevelt, American Conservation Man O’ War

Beginning with his creation of the first National Wildlife Refuge in the United States – Pelican Island, Florida in 1903 – it was, however, President Roosevelt, the authentic hot-iron of American conservation, who would set records forever unbroken.

Conservation, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

Cajun Fettuccine Alfredo with Duck Sausage, Crawfish, and Wild Boar Tasso

Enjoy this hearty Cajun Fettuccine Alfredo with Duck Sausage, Crawfish, and Wild Boar Tasso recipe from Gamekeeper Butchery!

Wild Game Recipes, Ingredient Wild, Mossy Oak Gamekeeper Butchery

Why Did You Miss the Turkey?

Pretty much every turkey hunter worth his salt has missed a bird a time or two. It’s just part of the deal. Here we talk about why you probably missed and how to make sure it doesn’t happen again.

Turkey, How-To

The Love of a Beagle

Beka Garris makes the case for beagles: the classic and beloved hunting dog.

Small Game, Dogs, Mossy Oak Companions

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Proven Strategies for Tough Gobblers

“There are those birds that seem downright un-killable. When you encounter them, it might be time to think outside the box call, throw the book away and try something more “unconventional.””

Turkey

Wild Turkey Roosting Habits

Wildlife photographer Tes Jolly knows the ins and outs of turkey habits—she’s watched them as much if not more than anybody. Here’s what she’s learned about roosting preferences.

Turkey

Uncommon Panfish Fishing Techniques

If you’re having a slow day catching crappie or other panfish, try out these less common techniques that all the fish at your favorite spot may have not seen yet.

Fishing, How-To, Video, Mossy Oak Fishing

On Fishing Red Colors for April Bass

Fishing with red during April is tournament proven. Here's the why's and exactly what kind of red lures you should be throwing.

Fishing, How-To, Video, Mossy Oak Fishing

NWTF Presents: The Big Six

The National Wild Turkey Federation classified six major regions across 738 million acres to best identify the urgent needs of wild turkeys across the country.

Turkey, Conservation, Land Management, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

11 Strategies for Hunting Silent Gobblers

No challenge can be more frustrating than dealing with quiet gobblers. It can humiliate world-champion callers and beginners alike.

Jim Turlington--The Artist Behind the 2025 Mossy Oak Wild Turkey Stamp

Jim Turlington is a wildlife artist residing in Deltona, Florida. He's been hunting, photographing and painting wild turkeys for decades.

Turkey, Conservation, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

Mossy Oak Wild Turkey Stamp Helps Fund Large-Scale Florida Wild Turkey Research

Dr. Marcus Lashley is leading a multi-year, multi-faceted wild turkey research project based Florida, one that he says is the largest and most comprehensive turkey study conducted.

Turkey, News

Spring Food Plots | What, When, and How

View our spring food plots for deer and turkey article to identify the critical months in a whitetail's life. Learn when bucks start the antler genesis process!

Turkey, Deer, Waterfowl, Land Management, How-To, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers, BioLogic

Overcoming Early Turkey Season Obstacles

The early season provides some unique challenges to the turkey hunter, like cold weather, little to no foliage, and henned up gobblers.

Turkey, How-To

Wild Turkey Diseases: Avian Pox and LPDV

As responsible hunters and gamekeepers, we can help turkeys by being vigilant for birds that appear ill, whether we’re observing them or admiring one up close after a successful hunt.

Turkey, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

River Cane Ecology and Canebrake Management for Wildlife

River cane is one such species that is both a striking deviation and a biologically-unique component of Southeastern forest and grassland habitats.

Conservation, Land Management, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers, Nativ Nurseries

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