Step off the mainland and into one of the most unique turkey hunting experiences on earth. In this episode, we sit down with Jon Sabati to break down what it’s really like chasing gobblers in Hawaii. From volcanic terrain and unpredictable weather to birds that act nothing like their mainland counterparts, this conversation dives into the challenges, tactics, and surprises that make Hawaiian turkey hunting a true adventure. If you think you’ve seen it all in the turkey woods — think again. Watch to learn about turkey hunting in Hawaii with Jon Sabati.
Step into the history and heartbeat of modern turkey hunting with Rob Keck in this episode of the Turkey Hunting Special. From his start with the NWTF in 1978 to helping shape decades of wild turkey conservation, Rob walks through the milestones that built the foundation we benefit from today.
In this episode of the HuntStand Podcast, Rob Keck talks about Canadian gobblers, history of the NWTF, wild turkey research center, and more. We dive into the launch of the Wild Turkey Research Center, the rise of nationwide chapters, the impact of the Super Fund on habitat restoration, and the groundbreaking Target 2000 restocking efforts that helped restore turkey populations across the country. Rob also shares stories from the early days of the NWTF and how those conservation wins directly impact the gobblers we chase every spring.
If you’re passionate about turkey hunting, conservation, and the legacy behind it all — this one’s packed with perspective you won’t want to miss.
Few moments in turkey hunting are better than watching a longbeard pitch down at first light. In this episode of Turkey POSSE, the crew sets up on roosted birds in Wisconsin and the action unfolds fast. It’s Wisconsin turkey hunting at its finest.
At flydown, two fired-up gobblers commit to the setup, giving them an unforgettable sunrise in the spring turkey woods. Roosted birds don’t always cooperate — but when they do, it’s pure magic.
If you love spring turkey hunting, hard-gobbling longbeards, and classic flydown action, this is the kind of hunt that keeps us coming back every season.
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If you want to find more turkeys before the season even starts, it begins with how you e-scout. In this episode, Will Cooper and Josh Dahlke break down proven e-scouting strategies for turkey hunting using tools inside the HuntStand app. From identifying key habitat and terrain features to locating roosting areas, travel corridors, and high-probability setup locations, this episode is built to help you show up with a plan instead of guessing.
Whether you’re hunting new ground, public land, or trying to dial in a property you’ve struggled with, this conversation walks through exactly how to use maps, satellite imagery, and real-world sign to your advantage before ever stepping foot in the woods.
If you’re serious about tagging more birds this season, this is where it starts.
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When it comes to closing the distance on a fired-up gobbler, your decoy setup can make or break the hunt. In this episode of “Geared for the Hunt,” Will Cooper breaks down his go-to turkey decoy system featuring the Avian-X turkey decoy set and how he uses them in real hunting situations.
From early season setups to high-pressure birds, Will walks through when to run aggressive spreads, when to keep it subtle, and how to position your decoys to pull gobblers into range. This isn’t just about what decoys to use — it’s about how and why they work.
You’ll learn how to read bird behavior, adjust your setup on the fly, and create scenarios that trigger dominant toms to commit.
If you want more birds in your lap this spring, this is the decoy strategy you need to hear. Check them out at avian-x.com.
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Texas turkey hunting hits different — especially when it’s your first time behind the gun. In this week’s HuntStand Turkey POSSE episode, Will Cooper introduces longtime best friends Aubry Gold and Chance Eckert to the world of spring turkey hunting in the Lone Star State. What starts as a casual hunt quickly turns into full-blown addiction as Rio Grande gobblers fire up, decoys get worked, and the Texas cedars come alive.
Go inside the big-picture strategy of wild turkey conservation with Ryan Boyer of the NWTF. In this episode, we break down how landscape-level turkey conservation, habitat work, partnerships, and long-term planning are shaping the future of turkey populations — and what it means for hunters on the ground.
Go inside the Wild Turkey DNA Project with Mike Chamberlain and Phil Lavretsky as they break down how this groundbreaking research is uncovering the truth behind unusual plumage in wild turkeys. Launched in 2025, the project invites hunters to submit samples from birds with unique feather patterns to determine if they’re truly wild, hybrid (Heritage), or something else entirely. Now continuing through the 2026 season, this episode dives into how you can be part of the research — and what these findings could mean for the future of wild turkey conservation.
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Back in the studio, Will Cooper and Josh Dahlke sit down with Paul Campbell from the American Wild Turkey Historical Foundation for a deep dive into the history, culture, and legacy of the wild turkey.
From the restoration of wild turkey populations across North America to the stories, artifacts, and traditions that shaped modern turkey hunting, this episode covers it all. Paul shares insight into how conservation efforts, passionate hunters, and organizations like the American Wild Turkey Historical Foundation have played a critical role in preserving one of America’s most iconic game birds.
If you’re a serious turkey hunter, conservation-minded outdoorsman, or someone who appreciates the heritage behind the hunt, this conversation delivers real value. You’ll hear how wild turkeys made one of the greatest comebacks in wildlife conservation and why protecting that success matters today.
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Hunting Wisconsin gobblers into the final weeks of May comes with its challenges. Birds have faced a full season of hunting pressure, and they’re always a moment away from flipping the switch into summer patterns. But those last few eager longbeards make it worth the grind. In this episode of the Turkey POSSE, Grant Hudgens tags his first ever out-of-state strutter and becomes a card-carrying member of the Turkey POSSE. Check out this late-season turkey hunting in Wisconsin.