Master Your Skills

In my discussions over the years with turkey hunters, one of the more common topics that often popped up was that newer turkey hunters had no idea what a shock gobble was or how it could benefit...

Some of the most successful deer hunters in the world will tell you that scouting plays a huge role in their success in the field. Turkey hunting should be no different. In fact, pre-season scouting...

With the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) convention just wrapping up, another competition caller has been crowned King of the Grand Nationals. I was unable to attend this year’s show, but...

Editor's Note: Wayne Carlton, host of the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation's "Elk Country Journal" TV show, has hunted and guided for elk for more than 32 years. Carlton's the father of the...

EDITOR'S NOTE: Master Western hunter J.R. Keller of Delta, Colorado, a member of Hunter's Specialties' Hunt Team, is one of the most-versatile hunters in the U.S. QUESTION: What secrets must...

Editor’s Note: Phillip Vanderpool of Harrison, Arkansas, one of Hunter’s Specialties’ hunting pros, can get close enough to a bull elk to give him a kiss before he shoots him. This...

Editor’s Note: Audrey McQueen of Eagar, Arizona, nine-time World Elk Calling Champion in the Women’s Division and current champion, has guided for elk for 15 years. McQueen and her...

EDITOR'S NOTE: Master Western hunter J.R. Keller of Delta, Colorado, a member of Hunter's Specialties' Hunt Team, is one of the most-versatile hunters in the U.S. QUESTION: What do you look...

Editor’s Note: Wayne Carlton of Montrose, Colorado, the creator of Carlton’s Calls, part of Hunter’s Specialties fine call line, has been known as an expert elk hunter-turkey hunter for...