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When fanning turkeys in low light, use a slow, deliberate approach with minimal movement, allowing your decoys to warm up the birds, and consider using a hen's soft clucks to get their attention.
Choosing the Right Decoys
When hunting turkeys in low light, it’s essential to use decoys that can be easily seen and distinguished from your surroundings. We recommend using 4-6 decoys, including 2-3 hens and 1-2 jakes, placed in a semi-circle around your setup. The hens should be positioned 10-15 yards apart, with the jakes placed 20-25 yards back. This setup mimics a natural flock and can help to bring the birds in.
Calling and Movement
In low light conditions, it’s crucial to use a high-volume, low-frequency call to get the birds’ attention. We recommend using a mouth diaphragm or a box call to produce the soft, gentle clucks that turkeys associate with a hen. Once you’ve made contact, move slowly and deliberately, using short, gentle steps to approach your setup. Avoid sudden movements, as these can spook the birds and send them running. Instead, focus on making slow, deliberate movements that allow the birds to become comfortable with your presence.
Using the Wind to Your Advantage
When hunting turkeys in low light, it’s essential to use the wind to your advantage. Position yourself so that the wind is blowing from behind your setup, carrying the scent of your decoys and calling to the birds. This can help to mask any human scent and draw the birds in quietly. Additionally, consider using a blind or a hide to conceal yourself from the birds, allowing them to become comfortable with your presence before you make your move.
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