Oregon is bursting with gobblers, making for some of the best turkey hunting in the country. HuntStand App Developer Daniel Lifflander joins the Turkey POSSE to connect with his first-ever gobbler. Wasting no time, the hunt continues for Josh Dahlke and Mike Nelson as they end up in a turkey tornado and knock down an Oregon double.
For those unfamiliar with Oregon turkey hunting, it’s an excellent destination. The National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) estimates nearly 50,000 turkeys statewide. It’s home to Rio Grande, Merriam’s, and hybrid birds. That said, interestingly enough, wild turkeys aren’t native to the Beaver State. Rather, they were introduced in 1961. Obviously, they are thriving there now. A strong flock of birds abounds on the landscape.
Generally, the season lasts from mid-April to the end of May. The hunting pressure isn’t terrible, either, as less than 20,000 licenses are sold annually. Hunters generally harvest about 6,000-7,000 birds. It costs about $60 for residents and approximately $260 for non-residents to hunt here. That’s about typical for many destinations in America.
As for the quality of turkey hunting, it doesn’t outpace some states, but it does outperform many. And as a western destination, the terrain and atmosphere offer a unique experience difficult to find elsewhere. Plus, there is a great volume of public lands open to turkey hunters. Give this hunt a try, if you fancy.
