Weapon & Ammo

Arguably the most important piece of turkey gear is a properly outfitted and dialed-in weapon with the appropriate ammo. If you opt for a shotgun, be sure it’s equipped with a high-quality sight or scope to help you easily connect with a gobbler’s head. Consider the RO Green Dot Scope or Beard Buster and invest in a turkey choke and turkey loads. If you want to arrow a longbeard, tip your arrows with a large-cutting-diameter broadhead built for the job, such as the Super Freak Extreme.

Turkey Calls

Whether you prefer slate, box, or diaphragm calls, add a few different options to your lineup to draw in toms. And be sure to get in plenty of practice with your call of choice before the season starts!

Decoys

They’re not always equally effective, but a lifelike set of decoys is a critical part of any turkey hunter’s toolkit. Do your homework to ensure you’re employing the correct strategy for the time of season and your setup.

Binoculars

When you’re on the hunt for turkey, every distant black blob suddenly looks like a longbeard. Keep a quality pair of binos on you at all times to glass fields and locate potential targets.

Turkey Vest

A turkey vest with plenty of pockets can help you stay organized, and a lot of styles feature built-in seats so you have one less item to worry about. Look for one that can haul out your bird when the hunt is successful too!

Head-to-Toe Camo

This species’ incredible eyes call for complete concealment from head to toe. Beyond the basics, be sure you have a face mask or balaclava as well as a pair of gloves so nearly all your skin is covered.

Boots

When your feet are shot, your turkey hunt usually is too. That’s why a great pair of boots is essential to a successful, enjoyable day in the field. Choose boots that are comfortable enough to run and gun for hours and waterproof to keep feet dry or dewy spring mornings.

Tick & Mosquito Protection

Out in full force during warm spring days, these pests aren’t just annoying — they can also carry life-threatening diseases. Protect yourself with spray repellent and consider additional measures such as clothing equipped with Insect Shield or Thermacell units.