Preparing for Turkey Season: Listening for Gobbles, Gear Prep, Scouting, and Trapping

As the turkey hunting season looms, we share the nitty-gritty of our preparation escapades—because who doesn't love a good yarn about trap-setting challenges and the cunning critters that give us the slip? Dive into the practicality of managing predators across sprawling landscapes, and find out why fur auctions might just become your new favorite hunting hack. Plus, we peel back the curtain on the nuanced dance of turkey behavior and scouting, offering insights that could very well tip the scales in your favor when you're out there with the gobblers.For those ready to rough it in the wild, we've got a gear-focused conversation that's as inventive as it is informative. Learn why a claw-style gun sling can be your best friend and how annual maintenance rituals for your mouth calls and boots are more than just chores—they're your secret weapons. Then, join us as we share tales from our extended road trips, complete with truck setup strategies that make the great outdoors feel just like home, minus the room service. Tune in, gear up, and let's talk turkey.LINK: Save 10% on your next North Mountain Gear Leafy Jacket with code LEGION26 at northmountaingear.comLINK: SAVE 10% on the new 2026 Line of Turkey Hunting Gear at springlegion.com with code POD10Follow us on Instagram:@[email protected]@chasefarriorWe'd like to thank the following sponsors for making this podcast possible:North Mountain GearMossy OakApex AmmunitionVortex Optics