So Id like to start hunting, I really want to turkey hunt. What do I need? And where can I get it ? Thank you all

A Hunting License, after first passing a Hunter's Ed Safety Class. A ton of $$$ to buy camo gun & outfit to hunt turkey. Patience.

 

Go see your local firearms retailer for all of the info you need and the estimated costs.

A Hunting License, after first passing a Hunter's Ed Safety Class. A ton of $$$ to buy camo gun & outfit to hunt turkey. Patience.

 

Go see your local firearms retailer for all of the info you need and the estimated costs.

 

Ok cool thank you

So Id like to start hunting, I really want to turkey hunt. What do I need? And where can I get it ? Thank you all

Stay tuned to the NJDEP website for information. Permits are by zone & lottery. Each year the NJDEP offers a free turkey hunting seminar, usually in March at the Pequest Trout Hatchery and Natural Resource Education Center in Oxford. Use the resources that the state has set up for you once you get your license.

 

Info for lottery, permits and zones contained in this link: http://www.state.nj....turkey_info.htm

you need turkey calls too.

1. Yes, you'll need turkey calls. You'll end up with all types after a while. Reed mouth calls for hands-free use when birds come in close, friction calls like slate or box and locator calls (crow, pileated woodpecker, owl, etc.) to locate birds while they're on the roost.
   
2. Get a CD or tape on "how to call" turkeys before heading into the woods.
   
3. You'll need a tightly-choked shotgun, and practice patterning it with whatever load shoots the tightest density of #4's, #5's or #6's at distances out to 40 yds. If your shotgun only patterns tightly to 35 yards, that's the maximum distance you limit yourself to. Most people prefer a 12 ga. for its heavy payload. A shotgun with a "dull" finish is best. The Remington Express is a good example of such. It's not imperative that you have a camo-finish on your gun but that seems the rage these days.
   
4. Head-to-toe camouflage for yourself. Movement is your enemy when turkey hunting. Camo is a good edge. They say if turkeys had a sense of smell you'd never take many. They're eyesight is amazing, they can run as fast as Usain Bolt. and hit a top speed of 55 mph in flight. But when they are looking for love they are vulnerable.
   
5. Preferably get yourself a turkey hunting vest to hold your calls, shells and gear. The one's with the attached pad for sitting are a good idea.
   

Is there any good turkey hunting in NJ? If so, where? I've always been interested in Turkey hunting, but have never tried it.

Good luck!!! More people should learn to hunt and 'connect' with their food....

Is there any good turkey hunting in NJ? If so, where? I've always been interested in Turkey hunting, but have never tried it.

Yes. Anywhere in the northern Highlands region is good. As far out as Sussex and Blairstown I've hunted with success too. I've pursued them only in mountainous areas, so be prepared to hike up and down lots of hills in search of them. Sometimes the more remote the better it is. Now is a good time to scout areas for them, and better when there is snow on the ground (tracks are easier to find if you don't know turkey sign.)

 

http://www.highlands...luc_zonemap.pdf

Yes. Anywhere in the northern Highlands region is good. As far out as Sussex and Blairstown I've hunted with success too. I've pursued them only in mountainous areas, so be prepared to hike up and down lots of hills in search of them. Sometimes the more remote the better it is. Now is a good time to scout areas for them, and better when there is snow on the ground (tracks are easier to find if you don't know turkey sign.)

 

http://www.highlands...luc_zonemap.pdf

 

Thanks!

Is there any good turkey hunting in NJ? If so, where? I've always been interested in Turkey hunting, but have never tried it.

 

My back yard. DMZ #6

My back yard. DMZ #6

 

ORLY!? Methinks I'll be visiting you in the nearish future

Yes. Anywhere in the northern Highlands region is good. As far out as Sussex and Blairstown I've hunted with success too. I've pursued them only in mountainous areas, so be prepared to hike up and down lots of hills in search of them. Sometimes the more remote the better it is. Now is a good time to scout areas for them, and better when there is snow on the ground (tracks are easier to find if you don't know turkey sign.)

 

http://www.highlands...luc_zonemap.pdf

 

This is encouraging. I have 9 arces in Frankford that backs onto the Bear Swap. I am thinking of checking out the area there for turkeys.

I saw some wild turkeys on the road. Can anyone back the car up on them & toss them into the trunk?

While doing research for my first hunt I found this check list, it looks pretty helpful.

http://www.nwtf.org/tips_adventures/tips.php?id=11709