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The one accessory all turkey hunters need is a good vest. Think of it as the biggest multi-tool you’ll ever own, a portable filing-cabinet or wearable luggage - in any case, ensuring you put the right accessories in the vest is one of the keys to successful turkey hunting.

First, choose the right vest. You’ll need plenty of pockets, storage space and a removable game bag that’s easy to wash. Vests with a built-in hunter orange panel are preferable, especially if you can conceal/reveal the panel at appropriate times.

Next, pack your vest with the gear you’ll need in the field. Use custom-sized pockets for your calls and ammo. Pack your snacks, drinks, gloves, bug repellent, first-aid supplies, and other accessories into the vest’s non-specific storage pockets. Consider taking a camera if you can fit a smaller digital or disposable camera into your vest. Another nicety a lot of turkey hunters opt for is a small, inflatable cushion to make sitting in the field for long periods a bit more bearable.

The who, how, when and where of deer tagging for 2008-09 Opelousas Daily World, LA - 7 hours ago First,let's start with the questions of who and how of obtaining deer tags. Prior to hunting deer this season in Louisiana, all deer hunters, regardless of …

Source:The who, how, when and where of deer tagging for 2008-09 - Opelousas Daily World

The first question many novice turkey hunters ask is: do I pluck it or should I skin it? The answer depends on what you plan to do with the meat. If you want to fry or grill individual pieces of the bird, skinning is the way to go; whereas, if you plan to cook the turkey whole, you’ll need to pluck it to get the best results.

With a sharp knife, you can skin the bird, fillet the breasts and slice as much other meat from the carcass as you wish to harvest. Do this by first making a cut along one side of the breastbone, then working the skin over the breast halves, down the back and finally over the legs. Then, remove the meat - be aware of local regulations when doing this as some areas prohibit you from removing just the turkey’s breast meat.

Experts recommend that the best way to pluck the bird is by dipping it in hot water first. Some recommend boiling water, others say any hot water will do. Plucking the bird will take more time than skinning it, but keeping the skin on will help preserve the flavor. Once it’s plucked, make a small incision from the V of the breast to the tail vent, and carefully remove the innards.

In today’s gadget culture, it is easy to loose sight of basic skills all outdoors enthusiasts should possess before venturing into the wilderness for a hunt. One of the most important vanishing skills is the simple act of using a compass and a map to navigate.

Plenty of folks will tell you a good GPS is all you need to navigate the woods today - but they’re dead wrong. What happens if the satellites you are using go on the fritz? What if the batteries go flat? What if the unit gets damaged? Well, if all you’ve got is a GPS and a hunch that the sun sets in the west, you’re sunk.

So, visit an outdoor supply shop and have a look at the compasses on offer - try some, see which you find easy to read and which have the features you’ll rely on most. Then, invest in a good map of the area you’re hunting - topographic maps are great for finding low-lying areas deer and other game animals love to hide in anyway. And, most importantly, practice using the compass before you’re in the field. You never know when your life might depend on it.

Mule Deer Hunting Basics SkyNewswire.com (press release), Netherlands - Aug 3, 2008 If you can build up a jogging pace for at least an hour, you should be capable of climbing the mountains that would be required for mule deer hunting. …

Source:Mule Deer Hunting Basics - SkyNewswire.com (press release)