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Blending In: Matching Mossy Oak Patterns to Turkey Terrains Around the Country

Biologist Bob Humphries has turkey hunted around the country; he talks the best camo patterns for turkey terrains across America.

Turkey, Big Game, Small Game, Deer, Predator, Country Roots, Country DNA, Mossy Oak Bottomland, Shadow Grass Habitat, Mossy Oak Break-Up Country, Mossy Oak Obsession, Mossy Oak Break-Up, Mossy Oak Mountain Country, Mossy Oak Brush, Gear

Chris Kirby on Hunting Northern Gobblers

You have to be on full alert at this time of the year and use all your senses to try and determine if a gobbler is close to you and not gobbling.

Turkey, Mossy Oak Bottomland, Mossy Oak Obsession

Tactics for Hunting Henned Up Gobblers

Find out the latest tactics for hunting henned-up turkeys that are used by Mossy Oak's hunt experts. Learn how to bag one of the most difficult gobblers today!

Turkey, Mossy Oak Bottomland, Mossy Oak Obsession

Bass Fishing Strategies For Muddy Water

In order to consistently catch bass in muddy water, adopting a few muddy water strategies can help anglers find success.

Fishing, How-To, Mossy Oak Fishing

Old Habits in the Turkey Woods: The Good and Bad

We talk tried and true habits in the woods, those that do and don't always work, and the turkey's habitual strut zones, feeding areas, and travel routes.

Turkey

Field Notes: Controlled Burn Overview

Don’t let the natural fear of fire keep you from using it on your piece of dirt, burning can be made very safe when the proper steps are followed.

Conservation, Land Management, Video, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

Mossy Oak Celebrates Prostaff and Friends' Wins & Awards at NWTF

Mossy Oak wants to congratulate our talented Prostaffers and friends who competed and placed in NWTF's various calling competitions, as well as winning some prestigious awards.

Turkey, News

The Best New Turkey Hunting Gear from the 2024 NWTF Convention

Jessi Cole The 2024 NWTF Convention broke attendance records; it was pretty packed all three days. The amount of booths at the show felt infinite, and there were a lot of products and brands to wade through. I've taken the liberty of giving you the highlights, like you were there at the show, too. These are some of the most talked about products, booths, and products-not-yet-released that were introduced at the show. A Quick Rundown

Turkey, Gear

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

Turkey Hunting Gear & Equipment for Beginners

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

Michael Waddell Turkey Calling & Tube 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

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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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