Introduction
Are you an experienced bow hunter looking for a new challenge? Or maybe you’re just curious about whether or not hunting turkey with a bow is possible. Whatever your reason, we’ve got answers for you.
The Short Answer
Yes! You can absolutely hunt turkey with a bow. In fact, many hunters prefer using bows over firearms because it’s more of a challenge and can be more rewarding when successful.
The Long Answer
While hunting turkey with a bow is possible, it does require some additional skills and preparation. First off, you’ll need to make sure that your equipment is up to the task. A good quality compound or recurve bow will work best. Make sure that your arrows are strong enough to penetrate through the thick feathers of the turkey.
Secondly, you’ll need to hone your stalking skills as turkeys have acute hearing and vision which makes them difficult targets. Finally, practice patience – waiting in one place until those irritating birds come close enough for you to take aim might take longer than sitting in an enclosed blind waiting on deer!
Tips & Tricks
As mentioned before, hunting turkeys with bows requires skill and patience but here are some tips and tricks for making it easier:
- Use camouflage clothing/headgear: Turkeys have excellent eyesight so blending into their environment really helps.
- Set up decoys: Decoys create distractions while luring prey to within range of your shot.
- Avoid moving too much: Movement increases the chances of scaring off nearby turkeys
- Aim at vital organs: Unlike bigger games such as deer where shots should ideally hit high on the shoulder blades,
turkey hunters should aim at vital organs- neck/ headshot (if within 20 yards), wing butt area (to prevent flying away) or midbody.
In conclusion, hunting turkey with a bow is an exciting and rewarding experience. With the right equipment, skills, and patience you can add this challenging activity to your hunting portfolio while enjoying nature’s finest moments.
