Thanks guys! This bird is a testimony of what the right conservation will do. I have been hunting the property since I was at least 7 or 8 years old. Had really never seen turkeys until 2 years ago. Now the surrounding area has a VERY healthy and strong population. Birds are all over the place.
I have to admit that I've been a hypocrite for supporting conservation groups, but as of today...NWTF has one additional member.
2013 Plateau Longbeards Youth Turkey Hunt Weekend in Jackson Co. We had 18 hunters signed up for the task at punching the very 1st tag on a wild turkey, 10 were successfull! Blessed Weekend!