JakeUSMC Report post Posted April 26, 2020 Last year we had to donate my wife’s 5b turkey Tag because of work obligations. She was fortunate enough to draw the same tag this year and because of all this covid stuff she is able to go ! This will be our first turkey hunt and we have no idea what we are doing. I have a box call and an ol betsy call. Any tips ? Thanks ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ringer Report post Posted April 26, 2020 Last year I went down the rough road from Bargaman park past wild horse almost to the 61 tank and had birds all over me at first light. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
knothead Report post Posted April 26, 2020 I like to hunt areas with lots of good ridges/canyons and oak trees. During the middle of day I find them on benches or semi open areas. A tom without hens will find an area he likes and just strut around for much of the day trying to attract the ladies. If you find an area with wing drag marks next to his tracks on the ground, stop and call because he is probably nearby. You can hunt turkeys all day long so don't give up. As a matter of fact, many veteran turkey hunters prefer the time between 9:00 & 2:00 pm. The birds might not talk as much in the middle of the day so don't be too aggressive with your calling. Good Luck and report back after your hunt. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JakeUSMC Report post Posted April 26, 2020 Thanks for the advice ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PRDATR Report post Posted April 26, 2020 They will roost in the tallest Ponderosa Pine they can find, on a rise is better. They will water so keep that in mind. They will roost just before the shadows disappear usually 15 minutes before sunset and fly off the roost as soon as 20 minutes before sunrise. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AZkiller Report post Posted April 27, 2020 There is water everywhere in 5b. Literally every 100 yards or so. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
