A lot of value in this episode! We hop on the phone to better our woodsmanship with the wildlife plant guru himself, Mr. Dudley Phelps of Mossy Oak Gamekeepers and Nativ Nurseries, learning all about which plants, trees, and bugs wild turkeys tend to gravitate towards and how we can both identify them and better habitat for future turkeysIn this episode:  Which oak trees do turkeys like best, and where are they?  How to keep turkeys on your side of the property line.  Why insec...

EP 63: Finding Wild Turkeys Using Plants, Trees, & Bugs with Mossy Oak Gamekeeper Dudley Phelps

Welcome to a year-round discussion on the wild turkey and those who hunt them. Hosted by Hunter Farrior, founder of Spring Legion and author of Ballad of a Turkey Hunter, the weekly podcast is geared for all outdoor communities and dives deeper than the usual tactics and calling tips. Holding true to the brand, topics are built upon respecting the heritage and challenges of hunting, with a never-ending appreciation for all that the spring season provides. Enjoy insight from special guests like Dave Owens of Pinhoti Project, Cuz Strickland of Mossy Oak, our friends at NWTF and Muscadine Bloodline, and so many more widely known for their impact in the turkey hunting community, as well as the deer, duck, and waterfowl realm, who exhibit the obsession of which only a real turkey hunter may truly understand. Thanks for listening.

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We're two weeks into turkey season, and as our newfound buddy Ty from Memphis stepped into the Mississippi wilderness this morning, he was armed with the optimism of a TFT raffle-won turkey hunt and a hunter's quiet hope for a gobble-filled dawn. But as we all know, Mother Nature loves a good plot twist, and she delivered a silent wind whipped weekday that kept the turkeys tight lipped and our spirits in limbo. Journey with us as we unpack Ty's adventure and how the best-laid plans of hunters...

River Bottom Longbeards, First Turkeys, and Hunting Tight Lipped Gobblers

Battling both the weather and turkeys seemed to be the storyline until it wasn't for Mississippi's opener. The early days of spring are here and we've got turkeys on the ground and over the shoulder to talk about this week - Finally!So, whether you're drawn to the camaraderie of the chase or the silent anticipation that fills the woods, these stories carry the heartbeat of the hunt.We're not just chasing turkeys; we're capturing moments, balancing the raw intensity of the hunt with the craft ...

Opening Week in the Turkey Woods - A Recap of Hunting the Early Days of Turkey Season 2024

As we stand at the threshold of the season, our boots firmly planted in Mississippi's fertile ground, we gaze toward the horizon with anticipation. Talk turns to the promise of rain and early season behavior, yet the spirit of the hunt remains unshaken. We invite you to step into our world, one where every rustling leaf could signal the approach of a wary bird and every call beckons a response. Here's to the stories yet written in the dappled light of the turkey woods, to the laughter and the...

Early Season Turkey Hunting - A Different Approach in Scouting, Calling, and Setup

Sitting across from me, turkey hunting legend George Mayfield, spills a lifetime of wild tales and hard-won wisdom from the turkey woods that's bound to captivate both novitiates and seasoned hunters alike. As George unwinds his journey of a path to becoming a  turkey hunting pioneer, listeners will find themselves riding shotgun through the ebbs and flows of a life dedicated to the pursuit of passion. It's a conversation that weaves together narratives of personal growth, the mentorship...

Turkey Hunting Wisdom and Woodsmanship with George Mayfield

Together, we unpack the art of turkey hunting, from the subtleties of understanding turkey behavior and mating rituals to the evolutionary dance that hunters must perform to match wits with these clever birds. The stories we exchange aren't just tales from the woods; they encapsulate the deep respect and camaraderie that come with this venerable tradition.Our conversation steers through the patience-testing, heart-racing moments that every turkey hunter knows all too well. Remember your first...

EP 63: Finding Wild Turkeys Using Plants, Trees, & Bugs with Mossy Oak Gamekeeper Dudley Phelps

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