So I was able to have some success for my last turk hunt of the year. It was WI's season 6 the last period of the year. I headed to a new area in the NE part of the state as I have family that live around there. Since I had to be there to visit in-laws for the long weekend I was glad I could nab a tag and get out for some hunting.

My cousin is quite the turk fiend and set me up with some places to check out. We found a hot bird Sat morning and after watching him strut and drum and gobble for about 20 minutes he finally committed to coming in, when I gave him an Xtended range shot sandwich for his final meal.

Probably a 3 year old bird; 1 inch spurs, 20lbs, but had 2 beards - one 11 inches.

For the first time in a while I am feeling like my turkey hunting itch has been scratched for the time being, this was a great last hunt of the year.

That is a beauty, congrats

congrats on a great bird

nice bird, and a bonus beard

Congrats on a Great Bird How many does that make this year?

Thanks! I was very fortunate to have some great opportunities this year. And some great people that helped me get on birds in new spots.

My wife would immediately say "more than enough" but I think she is jaded. I am not sure if she is happy I will be around the house more the next few weekends or not...

But I did kind of have a banner year, I shot 5 birds myself, 2 easterns and 3 merriam's. I also saw 3 other toms get shot and heard pals shoot 2 others. I only had to eat one tag sandwich.

Next year I am going to get serious about getting at least one with the stick & string.

awesome bird congrats