In this conversation, Walter and Joey are joined by Shane Simpson to discuss various aspects of turkey hunting, including shotgun setups, choke and shot size selection, and the importance of pattern density. They also talk about the benefits of carrying minimal gear and the impact of recoil and trigger sensitivity on shooting accuracy. Shane shares his hunting plans for the year and discusses the hunting pressure he has experienced in different areas. Overall, the conversation provides insights into the strategies and considerations involved in successful turkey hunting. In this part of the conversation, Shane Simpson and Joey discuss hunting pressure and finding less crowded areas. They also talk about locator calls and the effectiveness of different calls in eliciting gobbles from turkeys. Shane shares his tactics for pinpointing gobblers and using triangulation to determine their positions. They also discuss the importance of being more aggressive in turkey hunting and taking chances. Finally, they talk about turkeys' response to sound and movement and how it differs from deer. The conversation concludes with a discussion about the hosts' plans for an upcoming hunting event and their hopes of attending. They also touch on the distance they live from the event and the challenges they face in getting time off. The conversation ends with the hosts expressing their appreciation for the guest and discussing potential future collaborations.
Show Notes
02:13 Discussion on Shotgun Setups for Turkey Hunting
03:33 Choosing the Right Choke and Shot Size
05:36 The Impact of Choke and Shot Size on Turkey Hunting
12:41 The Benefits of Carrying Minimal Gear
15:21 Addressing Recoil and Trigger Sensitivity
21:30 Changes in Gear and Tactics Over the Years
24:07 The Advantages of a Minimalist Approach
33:47 Hunting Pressure and Crowded Areas
49:49 Pinpointing Gobblers and Triangulating Positions
56:32 Being More Aggressive in Turkey Tactics
01:08:40 Turkeys' Response to Sound and Movement
01:11:28 Closing Remarks and Future Collaboration
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