My name is Scott Ellis. I am a member of the Crossroads Cabin (fullstrut). I am also a member of Quaker Boy Game Calls Pro Staff.

The best two tips I can offer to the new turkey hunter is one: Practice your calls regularly and become proficient in more than one type of call. Also, be sure to gain confidence in your calling ability. Nothing is worse than a “newbie” out in the woods that is afraid to talk with a gobbler because his calling lacks confidence.

The second tip is to learn when and how much to call. This is something that a hunter will learn in time but a good rule of thumb is if the bird is coming, shut up!! Overcalling is probably the number one reason rookies don’t bag toms. In addition if you know anyone that has been successful hunting and taking turkeys, pick their brain for knowledge, or better yet take to the field with them and see what makes them successful. You can learn more from one hunting trip with a good turkey hunter than many a seasons a field by yourself.

If you have any other questions my email address is Proturkeyhntr@aol.com - I would be more than happy to answer any questions your readers may have via email...