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EMPyre:
Hey all,

Well I'm working on building up the knowledge base and put some plans together for Turkey this spring.  I'll likely be going with my cousin who's just home from Iraq, and its kinda of a welcome-home, way to keep your head on your shoulders, thank you for serving trip.  Neither of us have gone out for the big birds before, so I could use some advice on locales, calls, and other 'must haves'.

Thanks for any input.
Erich

ICEMAN:
Try first reading everything on this site: South Sound LongBeards...

http://www.tacomanwtf.org/

The have tons of great info about where the birds are located in the state, and how to get them.

I am no pro. First bird last year, second year trying...awesome fun. Can't wait...

groundhog:
A "push pin" call is a good way to go for a beginner. They are very easy to use and give good sounds. You should also have a couple of decoys. Scouting is key. Turkeys will usually talk a little before they fly up and then while in the tree. They will also talk before flying down. If you know where they are roosting and where they will be going in the morning all you have to do is set up in between the two and do a little calling and you should have action. Get some turkey hunting videos to see how the pros do it. I usually have a couple of kids in tow so I use a ground blind. This really helps conceal movement. Good luck and have fun!!

Machias:
If you and your cousin would like to come over to the eastside, I'd be very honored to take you two out.  If you spend a day or two hunting with someone you will learn in leaps and bounds.  I have been chasing birds for the past 30 years.  I grew up in MO and really love chasing spring gobblers.

EMPyre:
Machias:
Thank you very much for the offer!  I'll get back to you as April approaches, and I find out if/when he'll get leave from TX.  I would be nice to spend a day with a pro, and as long as its sometime Thursday night through Sunday afternoon the Eastside is not a problem at all.

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