http://www.jesseshunting.com/forums My Country Club en Sat, 21 Nov 2009 16:25:39 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.jesseshunting.com/forums/images/misc/rss.jpg http://www.jesseshunting.com/forums http://www.jesseshunting.com/forums/turkey-hunting/195529-fall-turkey-hunt-pic-contest.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 01:51:06 GMT Rules are simple. Post a pic of your fall turkey to enter. Must be your turkey. Bribing the judges by including good looking wimmens or toddlers in... Rules are simple. Post a pic of your fall turkey to enter. Must be your turkey. Bribing the judges by including good looking wimmens or toddlers in the pic is acceptable.

Contest will end when all the fall turkey seasons are over? CA ends the end of Nov. Are there any later seasons?

Winner gets a JHO glass call in walnut or cherry.

Ready, set, go.

]]> Turkey Hunting spectr17 http://www.jesseshunting.com/forums/turkey-hunting/195529-fall-turkey-hunt-pic-contest.html http://www.jesseshunting.com/forums/turkey-hunting/195474-turkey-federation-needs-ditch-new-magazine.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:58:00 GMT I find the new "Turkey Country" almost unreadable. I get the whole outreach aspect, but anybody who is already a member and therefor receiving the magazine ALREADY HUNTS! It would be much better as a fraction on the magazine, not the majority. This last cover explains it all. A pointless article about lead free ammo, Women in the outdoors, and then three headlines about the one tribal hunting story. After thumbing through I thought I was looking at a magazine for female and disabled hunters.

They need to have more productive information printed in their mag. If you watch a hunting channel, it is 90% white tail deer. There is ony a little bit of turkey hunting on tv. "Turkey Country" is really dropping the ball here by not becoming THE go to source for Hunting strategy, Management strategy, gear reviews, and other relevent to hunting info. There are so many types of turkey setups and they decide to print a story about some girl that crawled through cow poop. I don't care about cow poop, I want to hear about what I should do to provide good habitat, what types of strategies are used for Spring, Fall, etc.

This magazine doesn't make me a better hunter, it just makes me think that the NWTF is putting too much money into outreach, and not enough into the core memberships.


Anybody Agree? ]]> Turkey Hunting Fugaloo http://www.jesseshunting.com/forums/turkey-hunting/195474-turkey-federation-needs-ditch-new-magazine.html http://www.jesseshunting.com/forums/turkey-hunting/195464-nwtf-invests-250-000-a.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:08:43 GMT *NWTF Invests $250,000* 11/16/09 EDGEFIELD, S.C. - The National Wild Turkey Federation distributed nearly $250,000 in October 2009 as it... NWTF Invests $250,000

11/16/09

EDGEFIELD, S.C. - The National Wild Turkey Federation distributed nearly $250,000 in October 2009 as it continues to advance its mission of benefiting wildlife conservation and protecting hunting traditions. The dollars are distributed to states and programs through the NWTF Hunting Heritage Super Fund.

To date, the NWTF and its partners have spent more than $286 million upholding hunting traditions and conserving nearly 14 million acres of wildlife habitat. Some of the Federation's Hunting Heritage Super Fund projects include improving wildlife habitat, supporting hunter education and providing opportunities for women, youth and people with disabilities to experience outdoor fun through outreach programs.

October's Hunting Heritage Super Fund spending totaled $249,523.66 and included:

* Youth Education: Spent $78,281 to fund scholarships and educational projects, introduce youth to shooting sports, provide education boxes and conduct 4-H workshops.
* Habitat Enhancement: Spent $53,367.56 to improve wildlife habitat by creating more wild turkey nesting areas, planting trees and completing water development projects.
* Land Purchases: Spent $28,750 to purchase land or conservation easements to conserve wildlife habitat and provide additional hunting areas.
* JAKES: Spent $17,234.50 to introduce youth to outdoor activities, conservation and hunting through the JAKES (Juniors Acquiring Knowledge, Ethics and Sportsmanship) program.
* Wheelin' Sportsmen NWTF: Spent $9,805 to provide opportunities for people with disabilities to participate in outdoor activities and learn about wildlife conservation through Wheelin' Sportsmen and Women in the Outdoors outreach events across North America.
* Hunting Heritage: Spent $9,250 to protect and promote our hunting heritage including contributions to the U.S. Sportsman's Alliance and the National Shooting Sports Foundation.
* Volunteer and Professional Education: Spent $8,169.38 to provide educational opportunities, purchase staff equipment and more.
* Hunter Safety: Spent $6,868.98 to support hunter safety classes and initiatives. Purchased hunter safety materials and equipment, including interactive shooting systems.
* Management: Spent $3,500 on wild turkey management.
* Women's Programs: Spent $2,450 on programs, materials and equipment to introduce women to the outdoors, hunting and conservation.

NWTF chapters invested an additional $31,847.24 in special NWTF projects, equipment purchases and promoting the hunting tradition. In addition to helping fund projects like these, NWTF Hunting Heritage Super Fund banquets combine fun, fellowship and dedication to the wild turkey. They're a great place to meet friends who are passionate about the outdoors, win valuable prizes and buy items unique to the NWTF. Place the highest bid and you could go home with sporting art, hunting guns, knives, calls, outdoor equipment and more.

The Hunting Heritage Super Fund supports the NWTF's multitude of conservation and education programs with money raised from NWTF Hunting Heritage Banquets, donated by corporate sponsors and given to support wildlife conservation.

Founded in 1973, the NWTF is a national nonprofit conservation organization that works to further its twofold mission of conserving wild turkeys and preserving our hunting heritage.

To find a NWTF Hunting Heritage Super Fund Banquet in your area, click here.


About the NWTF: The National Wild Turkey Federation is a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit conservation organization that is dedicated to the conservation of the wild turkey and the preservation of our hunting heritage.

Through dynamic partnerships with state, federal and provincial wildlife agencies, the NWTF and its more than 350,000 members have helped restore wild turkey populations across the country, raised and spent more than $286 million, and conserved nearly 14 million acres of habitat for all types of wildlife.

The Federation also works to increase interest in the outdoors by bringing new hunters and conservationists into the fold through special outdoor education events and its outreach programs - Women in the Outdoors, Wheelin' Sportsmen, JAKES and Xtreme JAKES.

The NWTF was founded in 1973 and is headquartered in Edgefield, S.C. According to many state and federal agencies, the comeback of the wild turkey is arguably the greatest conservation success story in North America's wildlife history. Visit www.nwtf.org or call (800) THE-NWTF for details.


Contact:
Shannon Coggin (803) 637-7643 ]]> Turkey Hunting spectr17 http://www.jesseshunting.com/forums/turkey-hunting/195464-nwtf-invests-250-000-a.html http://www.jesseshunting.com/forums/turkey-hunting/195449-nwtf-launches-facebook-page.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 03:44:59 GMT *NWTF Launches Facebook Page* 11/17/09 EDGEFIELD, SOUTH CAROLINA - The National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) has launched a brand-new,... NWTF Launches Facebook Page

11/17/09

EDGEFIELD, SOUTH CAROLINA - The National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) has launched a brand-new, official Facebook fan page, giving supporters a new tool to share their passion for conservation and the outdoors with other fans.

The page features NWTF background information, photo albums, videos and discussions. Timely status and content updates will keep users entertained and informed.

"Our new official Facebook fan page is exciting because we can keep fans in the loop about NWTF projects, news, events and more," said Brent Lawrence, NWTF public relations and web director. "The page gives us one more way to connect with our fans because their feedback is encouraged. NWTF members and non-members are welcome and we look forward to interacting with everyone who is interested in helping us further our mission."

Facebook users who join the NWTF fan page can leave comments, participate in discussions and upload photos and videos to fan albums.

To join the NWTF's official Facebook fan page, click here.

Founded in 1973, the NWTF has thousands of volunteers throughout the U.S., Canada and Mexico who work daily to further the Federation's mission of conserving the wild turkey and protecting our hunting heritage.

Through dynamic partnerships with state, federal and provincial wildlife agencies, the NWTF and its members have helped restore wild turkey populations across the country, raised and spent more than $286 million, and conserved nearly 14 million acres of habitat for all types of wildlife.


About the NWTF: The National Wild Turkey Federation is a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit conservation organization that is dedicated to the conservation of the wild turkey and the preservation of our hunting heritage.

Through dynamic partnerships with state, federal and provincial wildlife agencies, the NWTF and its more than 350,000 members have helped restore wild turkey populations across the country, raised and spent more than $286 million, and conserved nearly 14 million acres of habitat for all types of wildlife.

The Federation also works to increase interest in the outdoors by bringing new hunters and conservationists into the fold through special outdoor education events and its outreach programs - Women in the Outdoors, Wheelin' Sportsmen, JAKES and Xtreme JAKES.

The NWTF was founded in 1973 and is headquartered in Edgefield, S.C. According to many state and federal agencies, the comeback of the wild turkey is arguably the greatest conservation success story in North America's wildlife history. Visit www.nwtf.org or call (800) THE-NWTF for details.


Contact:
Michael Turbyfill (803) 637-7667 ]]> Turkey Hunting spectr17 http://www.jesseshunting.com/forums/turkey-hunting/195449-nwtf-launches-facebook-page.html http://www.jesseshunting.com/forums/turkey-hunting/195440-arizona-officials-announce-drawing-results-spring-hunts.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 03:35:09 GMT Anybody get drawn? =============================================* Arizona Officials Announce Drawing Results for Spring Hunts* 11/17/09 ... Anybody get drawn?

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Arizona Officials Announce Drawing Results for Spring Hunts

11/17/09

PHOENIX - The more than 35,000 hunters who applied for a tag to hunt spring turkey, javelina, buffalo or bear in 2010 can find out if they were drawn by visiting the Arizona Game and Fish Department's Web site at www.azgfd.gov/draw or by calling (602) 942-3000 (option 2).

Game and Fish officials said that hunt permit-tags will be mailed out to successful applicants no later than Dec. 4. Unsuccessful or rejected applicants will have their refund mailed out by Nov. 27.

There are plenty of remaining tags available on a first-come, first-serve basis for those individuals who forgot to submit an application or were unsuccessful in the 2010 spring drawing. Remaining tags include more than 10,000 javelina tags (328 juniors-only), nearly 200 turkey tags, and just over 70 tags for archery-only bear hunts. For a detailed listing of leftover permits, visit www.azgfd.gov/draw or call (623) 236-7702.

There are now two systems to obtain a leftover tag. Paper applications will be accepted by mail only starting on Monday, Nov. 30 at 8 a.m. (MST). However, beginning on Monday, Dec. 7 at 8 a.m. (MST), hunters can also obtain a leftover tag in person (over-the-counter) from any of the seven Arizona Game and Fish Department offices. A list of office locations is available at www.azgfd.gov/offices.

For those who qualify, there are military hunts available. For additional information on Camp Navajo, call (928) 773-3306 and Fort Huachuca call (520) 533-2549.

Juniors-only hunts
Youngsters interested in hunting have many choices and special seasons that are only open to kids. These hunts offer an outdoor family experience and a memory of a lifetime.

There are more than 300 juniors-only spring javelina tags remaining from the draw for $22.50 (by mail or from department offices only). Juniors-only spring turkey hunts (shotgun shooting shot) are available over-the-counter from any license dealer or department office for just $10. A unique December hunt for sandhill cranes still has several tags (good for three birds) available for $22.50 (by application sent via U.S. mail only).

Both javelina and turkey are big game animals and the minimum age to hunt them is 10 years old. Kids age 10 to 13 must complete an Arizona certified hunter education course to hunt big game which includes turkey and javelina.

The anticipated drawing deadline to apply for a 2010 pronghorn antelope and elk tag is the second Tuesday in February 2010. Winter drawing information and regulations should be available on the department's web site, www.azgfd.gov, by mid to late December 2009.

Note to media: Hunting and fishing continues to be the cornerstone and a primary source of funding for wildlife management and conservation in North America. In Arizona alone, more than 418,000 hunters and anglers spend $3.8 million a day, or $1.3 billion per year, participating in these activities to the benefit of local economies. Regardless of whether one chooses to actively participate in hunting or angling, people interested in wildlife and its future should understand the role sportsmen play in conservation.

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The Arizona Game and Fish Department prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, age, or disability in its programs and activities. If anyone believes that they have been discriminated against in any of the AGFD's programs or activities, including employment practices, they may file a complaint with the Deputy Director, 5000 W. Carefree Highway, Phoenix, AZ 85086-5000, (602) 942-3000, or with the Fish and Wildlife Service, 4040 N. Fairfax Dr. Ste. 130, Arlington, VA 22203. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation or this document in an alternative format by contacting the Deputy Director as listed above.


Contact:
Doug Burt (623) 236-7215 ]]> Turkey Hunting spectr17 http://www.jesseshunting.com/forums/turkey-hunting/195440-arizona-officials-announce-drawing-results-spring-hunts.html http://www.jesseshunting.com/forums/turkey-hunting/195376-bow-shot.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 03:40:03 GMT what is the best place to shoot a turkey with a bow that i wont ruin a lot of meat and will kill it quickly what is the best place to shoot a turkey with a bow that i wont ruin a lot of meat and will kill it quickly ]]> Turkey Hunting dkhuntr25 http://www.jesseshunting.com/forums/turkey-hunting/195376-bow-shot.html http://www.jesseshunting.com/forums/turkey-hunting/195365-any-advice-new-turkey-hunter.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 22:42:27 GMT So I put in for one of the Game Bird Heritage wild turkey hunts and to my surprise, I was selected for the Nov. 28th Lake Mendocino hunt. I live... So I put in for one of the Game Bird Heritage wild turkey hunts and to my surprise, I was selected for the Nov. 28th Lake Mendocino hunt. I live near Pasadena but will be in Santa Rosa visiting family for Thanksgiving. This hunt should make the trip much more enjoyable.
I've never been turkey hunting before and am not familiar with the area, so I thought I would try and tap the experience here. Anyone have any helpfull tips to offer to a new turkey hunter? I'd love to get some area specific advice, but I'll take all the help I can get.
Thanks in advance,
John ]]> Turkey Hunting MaxQ http://www.jesseshunting.com/forums/turkey-hunting/195365-any-advice-new-turkey-hunter.html http://www.jesseshunting.com/forums/turkey-hunting/195301-did-anybody-see-any-turkeys-today.html Sun, 15 Nov 2009 03:57:11 GMT I dont know whats going on today, but i didnt see anything. my spot is usually a sure thing, with every hunt offering at least the excitement of... I dont know whats going on today, but i didnt see anything. my spot is usually a sure thing, with every hunt offering at least the excitement of seeing something, but there was nothing moving. just yesterday i went to check it out and saw about 15-20 turkeys from the road, and i hardly slept all night dreaming about shooting a big ol tom with my bow. what a bummer. ]]> Turkey Hunting iforge03 http://www.jesseshunting.com/forums/turkey-hunting/195301-did-anybody-see-any-turkeys-today.html http://www.jesseshunting.com/forums/turkey-hunting/195176-lake-berrynessa.html Fri, 13 Nov 2009 04:23:58 GMT Does anyone hunt turkeys around Lake Berrynessa?? I've heard that there are some in the area. ]]> Turkey Hunting Caviel http://www.jesseshunting.com/forums/turkey-hunting/195176-lake-berrynessa.html http://www.jesseshunting.com/forums/turkey-hunting/195100-thanks.html Wed, 11 Nov 2009 14:21:50 GMT Like most people I utilize these forums between Oct and January. After the shakes and detox of hunting season wears off I go back to real life until... Like most people I utilize these forums between Oct and January. After the shakes and detox of hunting season wears off I go back to real life until the next year comes around. I am thankful that there are some full timers that keep a site like this running. It is because of you some of us newer to the sport are able to develop our skills. After hours of research and many more hours of scouting, I bagged my first bird in the fall of 07 in the lake isabella area and have been hooked ever since.

Thanks ]]> Turkey Hunting deserthunter http://www.jesseshunting.com/forums/turkey-hunting/195100-thanks.html http://www.jesseshunting.com/forums/turkey-hunting/195052-bartlett-springs.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 18:00:58 GMT Anybody ever hunt this area? I tried a search and didn't find much. ]]> Turkey Hunting oldskool67 http://www.jesseshunting.com/forums/turkey-hunting/195052-bartlett-springs.html http://www.jesseshunting.com/forums/turkey-hunting/194901-fall-turkey-season.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 00:19:25 GMT Anybody else getting fired up for next weekend? God Bless Anybody else getting fired up for next weekend?
God Bless ]]> Turkey Hunting Lumpy http://www.jesseshunting.com/forums/turkey-hunting/194901-fall-turkey-season.html http://www.jesseshunting.com/forums/turkey-hunting/194855-turkeys-fhl.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 01:03:24 GMT I was planning on flying home for thanksgiving, which also the middle of turkey season. I was wanting to hunt FHL because Ive heard of vineyards near... I was planning on flying home for thanksgiving, which also the middle of turkey season. I was wanting to hunt FHL because Ive heard of vineyards near there having quite a bit. Does anyone have any information or experience hunting here? I was wanting to hunt with a bow but will use a rifle if its better,too. ]]> Turkey Hunting RobbyPSE http://www.jesseshunting.com/forums/turkey-hunting/194855-turkeys-fhl.html http://www.jesseshunting.com/forums/turkey-hunting/194608-fall-turkey-hunts-available-private-property-julian.html Sun, 01 Nov 2009 07:46:46 GMT Hey guys the Fall Turkey Season is fast approaching. For Hunters that are still looking for a place to hunt on private property, and that are looking... Hey guys the Fall Turkey Season is fast approaching. For Hunters that are still looking for a place to hunt on private property, and that are looking for a Guided or Semi Guided Hunt. I want to throw out that we still have a few openings to hunt on our Hunting Lease in Southern California, in Julian.

The Hunt is $650 per person for a two day hunt. The Fall season is only 16 days long and starts on the 14th of November. The fee of $650 includes an oppertunity to take a Tom or Hen, Guided or Semi Guided, plus two nights in the Cabin on the property. The Cabin is a small house that has two bedroom with two beds per room. It has 1 1/2 bathrooms and a full kitchen, and living room, with a wood burning stove.

We are limiting the number of hunters in the Fall season, BUT we still have opening available at this time. This hunt provides a great oppertunity to Harvest a Turkey locally on private property in the Julian area. In scouting a few times the last month, we are seeing the bird starting to group up, and so far we have around 150 birds roosting on the property, and we expect the number to raise as the bird continue to regroup. Last year we had over 250 birds roosting on the property in the fall and winter seasons. This is one of the areas main winter Roosts.

Note, I am a Licensed Guide, and my partner and I have the exclusive legal Hunting rights on the property, through a written and signed Lease. so If I can be of help to you for your Fall or Spring Turkey Hunts, feel free to call me at 760-963-9790 or you can e-mail me at LowellsGunDogs@yahoo.com ask for Larry.

Happy Hunting. ]]> Turkey Hunting Mt Goat http://www.jesseshunting.com/forums/turkey-hunting/194608-fall-turkey-hunts-available-private-property-julian.html http://www.jesseshunting.com/forums/turkey-hunting/194533-fall-hunt-san-diego-no-more.html Sat, 31 Oct 2009 02:11:30 GMT I heard today the fall hunt is off for San Diego. Anyone know if true and why? I heard today the fall hunt is off for San Diego. Anyone know if true and why? ]]> Turkey Hunting spectr17 http://www.jesseshunting.com/forums/turkey-hunting/194533-fall-hunt-san-diego-no-more.html