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Turkey Hunting Process Essay

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First thing we need in turkey hunting is camouflage clothing from head to toe. Camouflage is very important in turkey hunting and is required if you are to ever kill a turkey. Turkeys can do two things almost perfectly; they hear and see really well. Earlier in the season, you’ll need a pattern that is dull and something that blends in neutral kind of color. Then as wood starts greening up you can switch to camouflage that has green in it and lighter color that will give you some depth, this will help break up your outline better. You also have to have a face mask because your face will shine in the woods. A three quarter facemask that has elastic will hold it into place and you are set. You will also need a camouflage hat to help with the glares from the sun. Gloves are really important as well because gloves have rubber grips in the palm that are helpful to get a good grip on the gun. Another item on our list will be boots, it can be dark, dull, green, brown boots, it doesn’t necessarily have to be camouflage. Rubber boots are usually recommended because they are tight fitting and they are easy to walk in. Lot of times you walk in the fields early in …show more content…

You can use an automatic, pump-action, or a single shot shotguns. A 12 gauge shotguns will give you a little bit more power and can shoot a turkey up to 40 to 45 yards of maximum effective range. You will be shooting pretty powerful turkey shells so the recoil will be pretty high. Women and kids do really well with a 20 gauge shotguns, they are usually lighter and easier to handle. A 20 gauge shotgun has a maximum effective range of 35 to 40 yards. A scope is recommended for kids because it’s easier to aim and shoot. Some people try to shoot them more than the effective range and might kill one up further away but you might also end up wounding

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