Gear Guide

Turkey Hunting Gear Checklist: Concealment, Comfort & Patterning

Wild turkeys have excellent eyesight, so success in turkey hunting comes down to staying completely hidden, sitting still and having your shotgun ready when a gobbler finally steps into range. Here's the gear that helps with each.

1. Hide every bit of skin

Your face and hands are the first things a turkey will spot. Cover up with a head net or face paint, plus thin camo gloves that still let you work a call and the safety.

2. Get comfortable so you can sit still

A long sit against a tree is a lot easier with a seat. The Foldable Seat with Backrest gives you back support. A turkey vest or pack keeps calls, decoys and water organized: the Cut-N-Run Turkey Pack is built for run-and-gun hunting.

3. Pattern your shotgun

Every shotgun, choke and load combination patterns differently, so shoot at a target before the season to see where your pellets land at different distances.

A shooting stick like the Tom Taker Click-Stix helps you hold steady when a bird is taking its time.

4. Carry and protect your shotgun

5. Display your tom

Show off a fan and beard with the Turkey Tail Fan Mounting Kit, the EZ Mount Turkey Fan Display, or the Stackable Fan & Beard Display for multiple birds.

Seasons, blaze orange rules and hunter-education requirements vary by state. Always check your state wildlife agency's current regulations before you go.

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