How Many Calls Should You Use When Turkey Hunting Midday?

Minimizing Alarm Calls

When turkey hunting midday, it’s essential to be mindful of alarm calls and use just the right amount of calling to avoid spooking any nearby birds. A good rule of thumb is to use 3 to 5 calls over the course of the hunt, with a minimum of 15-30 minutes between each call. This allows you to make contact with a gobbler without alerting other birds in the area.

Choosing the Right Calls

When selecting calls to use during midday hunting, focus on those that mimic a hen’s soft clucks and yelps. Use a mouth call or a box call to produce these sounds, as they are often less likely to be detected by birds. Aim for a volume of about 20-30 feet, as this will help you make contact with a gobbler without scaring it off. Use a variety of calls, such as a low, raspy cluck followed by a series of high, sharp yelps, to mimic the sounds a hen would make while searching for her poults.

Calling Strategies

When calling during midday, focus on making soft, gentle calls that will attract a gobbler’s attention without alarming it. Use a “finder” call, such as a soft cluck or yelp, to locate the gobbler and then switch to a more assertive call, such as a gobble or a loud yelp, to bring it in. Be patient and give the bird time to respond, as midday hunting often requires a more subtle approach.