Ready to hunt in Maine this season? Unless you can show proof of having previously held an adult license to hunt with firearms in any year beginning with 1976, you must show proof of a hunter education certification before buying your license. A hunter safety course helps you…
Ready to hunt in Illinois this season? If you were born on or after January 1, 1980, you must show proof of a hunter education certification before buying your license. A hunter safety course helps you stay safe in the field. Through a state-approved hunter safety course, you'll learn proper…
If you're looking at the California hunting license cost for the 2026-2027 license year (July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027), a standard resident adult hunting license costs $62.90. That gives you the base license required to hunt in California—but depending on what you plan…
Spring turkey hunting success depends on understanding gobbler behavior, using effective calling techniques, and practicing proper safety. Hunters should scout early, set up near roosting areas, and remain patient while using realistic calls to attract birds. One of the true delights of spring is slow-smoking…
In general, afternoon turkey hunting strategies require a more passive approach. Learning where they go in the afternoons, how to call differently than a morning hunt, adjusting your decoy strategy, and other techniques can lead to bringing home a bird in the afternoon. Most hunters…
