DiscoverIn PursuitEp. 136: Turkey Talk in the PNW with Chuck Carpenter
Ep. 136: Turkey Talk in the PNW with Chuck Carpenter

Ep. 136: Turkey Talk in the PNW with Chuck Carpenter

Update: 2025-05-08
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In this episode, I sit down with NWTF biologist Chuck Carpenter to talk turkeys in the Pacific Northwest. From tough mountain hunts to population trends and harvest models, we cover what it takes to sustain healthy turkey numbers—and how understanding their biology can make you a better hunter. We also dive into hunting during the “henned up” phase, calling strategies, and how pressure affects gobbling and decoy effectiveness. If you like mixing science with strategy, you’ll enjoy this one.

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Ep. 136: Turkey Talk in the PNW with Chuck Carpenter

Ep. 136: Turkey Talk in the PNW with Chuck Carpenter

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