Turkey Tip #14: Asking Acceptance
When calling to a group of hens during the peak of the breeding season, avoid raspy calls. Rasp indicates aggression or excitement, which might spur a negative reaction from a hen. Soft, clear calling, on the other hand, helps you "ask for acceptance" into the turkeys' social hierarchy. If you gain that acceptance, the hens might pull a longbeard to you.
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