March to Spring: Ep. 15 What's in Your Vest

In this episode, Parker and Joey discuss the essentials of turkey hunting gear, focusing on what to carry in a turkey vest. They explore the minimalist approach to packing, the importance of comfort and functionality in gear, and share personal preferences for water management and snacks. The conversation highlights practical tools like pruners and the significance of having the right snacks on hand during hunts. In this conversation, Parker McDonald and Joey discuss essential gear for turkey hunting, focusing on various tools and calls that enhance the hunting experience. They share personal anecdotes about their favorite equipment, including turkey totes, locator calls, and the effectiveness of different types of turkey calls. The discussion also touches on the importance of filming hunts and the unique tools they use, such as a wing for natural sounds and a compact jacket for comfort. Overall, the conversation provides valuable insights for both novice and experienced turkey hunters. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Turkey Vests 01:09 Gear Essentials for Turkey Hunting 05:01 The Importance of Comfort and Functionality 11:12 Water Management Strategies 14:41 Personalizing Your Vest Setup 20:26 Practical Tools for Turkey Hunting 23:03 Snacks and Nutrition on the Go 26:11 Essential Gear for Turkey Hunting 29:37 The Importance of Calls in Turkey Hunting 32:44 Locator Calls: Strategies and Preferences 41:41 Copper Calls: Versatility and Effectiveness 44:12 Box Calls vs. Scratch Boxes: A Personal Preference 46:39 Mouth Calls: Finding the Right Fit 48:21 Camera Gear for Filming Turkey Hunts 52:08 Unique Tools: The Wing and Source Jacket Links: Honeycomb Custom Calls SoCo Pot Call: https://honeycombcustomcalls.com/products/soco-copper-preorder Honeycomb Custom Calls SoCo Pot Call: https://honeycombcustomcalls.com/products/soco-jb-special SoCo Turkey Shirts: https://www.socohunt.com/store TETHRD M2 Vest: https://tethrd.com/products/m2-thp-turkey-hunting-vest?srsltid=AfmBOor5fYEMbgAuhldNDVySjV0SHGswtCVt428pS10_uOT6aC9RPIQ4 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices