In the Hills I hunt known turkey areas and call as I go. Not spring time hen yelping, but flock turkey talk. Have been successful getting turkeys to respond. Then the hunt is on!

Sometimes the flock is already heading my direction. Then it is fairly easy to get them to come check me out.

Sometimes I have to make adjustments to get in proper position. Sometimes it is simply a stalk/sneak that ends up with an opportunity.

Sometimes a deer would get in the way, and an archery deer hunt would ensue. Sometimes a ruffed grouse would be spotted and added to the pot.

Our fall Black Hills turkey season has really been limited the past few years for a multitude of reasons. Have not had a tag for quite a few years.

So I am limited to our fall prairie season on our property, but would much rather be hunting in the Black Hills.


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