Answer the Gobble: Guided Wild Turkey Hunts Across North America with Outdoors International

Experience the thrill of calling in a strutting tom to the thunderous gobble that echoes through the spring woods! Outdoors International is your expert consulting service, dedicated to connecting hunters with premier, vetted outfitters, lodges, and guides specializing in exceptional Wild Turkey hunting across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Whether you're seeking your first gobbler, aiming to complete a prestigious Wild Turkey Slam (Grand, Royal, or World), or simply want a high-quality guided hunt for a specific subspecies, we help you plan your perfect turkey adventure at no extra cost compared to booking direct.

Wild Turkey hunting is a cherished North American tradition, celebrated for the interactive nature of calling, the strategic use of decoys, and the heart-pounding excitement of a close encounter. Our experienced consultants understand the nuances of hunting the different subspecies, the prime seasons (especially spring gobbler seasons), diverse hunting methods, and the best regions and outfitters to ensure a memorable and successful hunt. We can assist you in planning hunts for individual subspecies or help strategize the pursuit of your coveted Slam.

• Target North America's Wild Turkey Subspecies: We connect hunters with specialized outfitters for all recognized subspecies:

  • Eastern Wild Turkey (Meleagris gallopavo silvestris): The most widespread subspecies, found throughout the eastern half of the U.S. and parts of Canada. Known for their wariness and strong gobbles.
  • Rio Grande Wild Turkey (Meleagris gallopavo intermedia): Primarily inhabits the prairie and brush country of Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, and has been introduced to other western states.
  • Merriam's Wild Turkey (Meleagris gallopavo merriami): Typically found in the mountainous regions of the western U.S., known for their distinct white-tipped tail feathers and often nomadic behavior.
  • Osceola Wild Turkey (Meleagris gallopavo osceola): Found only on the Florida peninsula, this subspecies is a key component of the Grand Slam and known for being particularly challenging.
  • Gould's Wild Turkey (Meleagris gallopavo mexicana): The largest subspecies, primarily found in the mountainous regions of northern Mexico, with limited populations and highly coveted draw tags in Arizona and New Mexico.
  • (Note: The Ocellated Turkey of Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula is a distinct species, offering another unique tropical turkey hunting experience that can also be arranged.)

• Premier Wild Turkey Hunting Destinations: Our network spans the continent's best turkey hunting regions:

  • United States: Prolific hunting in states across the Midwest (e.g., Missouri, Iowa, Kansas), Southeast (e.g., Alabama, Georgia, Tennessee), Northeast (e.g., Pennsylvania, New York), Texas (Rio Grandes), Florida (Osceolas), and the Western states (Merriam's in South Dakota, Nebraska, Colorado, Wyoming, Montana).
  • Canada: Opportunities for Eastern turkeys in provinces like Ontario and Quebec, and Merriam's in some western areas.
  • Mexico: The primary destination for guided Gould's turkey hunts, particularly in states like Sonora and Chihuahua.

• The Wild Turkey Hunting Experience:

  • Spring Gobbler Seasons: The most popular time to hunt, focusing on calling in responsive, breeding-age toms.
  • Fall Seasons: Offered in many states, allowing for either-sex hunts or targeting birds of the year.
  • Hunting Methods: Utilizing various calling techniques (box calls, slate calls, diaphragm calls), decoys (hens, jakes, strutters), hunting from ground blinds or utilizing natural cover, and sometimes spot-and-stalk tactics in more open country.
  • Pursuing a Slam: Outdoors International can assist dedicated turkey hunters in planning hunts across multiple states or countries to achieve their Grand Slam (Eastern, Rio Grande, Merriam's, Osceola), Royal Slam (Grand Slam + Gould's), or even the World Slam (Royal Slam + Ocellated).

Working with Outdoors International means you gain access to our extensive network of proven wild turkey hunting specialists. Receive personalized advice from experienced hunting consultants who are avid turkey hunters themselves, and enjoy a seamless booking process, including assistance with tag applications where necessary. We ensure our partners are reputable, offer access to quality hunting areas, and are committed to ethical and legal hunting practices.

Ready to hear the gobble echo through the woods and match wits with this iconic game bird? Contact an Outdoors International consultant today to plan your Wild Turkey hunting adventure or Slam quest!

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