Wild Turkeys: Hunting and Watching

Wild Turkeys: Hunting and Watching
ISBN-10
1580170692
ISBN-13
9781580170697
Series
Wild Turkeys
Category
Sports & Recreation / Hunting
Pages
176
Language
English
Published
1998-01-09
Publisher
Storey Publishing, LLC
Author
John J. Mettler

Description

Whether you dream of mounting a prize bird over the mantle or are inspired to photograph turkeys in their natural environment, this comprehensive guide includes everything you need to successfully observe, track, and hunt wild turkeys. Offering an overview of turkey habitats, distribution, feeding patterns, and mating rituals, John J. Mettler Jr. provides expert advice on safety, clothing, weapons, equipment, field dressing, and even cooking wild turkey. Who’s ready for a turkey hunt?

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