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April 27th, 2022, 10:35 AM
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Big Tom down
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Had to exit the blind to try getting closer to this big boy and his large harem, which would not budge from their remote strutting spot.
It took me quite a bit of work, including belly crawling 300+ yards through swampy mud and puddles, and then holding still in very uncomfortable positions for what felt like ages, while the birds were checking me out.
Good thing I had the idea to grab a decoy with me, and planted it 25 yards from my final location; it distracted the hens while I was sitting down there on the ground.
Had to hold my legs with the opposite hand to relive some unbearable pain, was able to move very slowly and re-position a bit without totally spooking the birds; was not sure I could stay contorted like that much longer.
Finally, the local patriarch Tom made a move to check me-out, and my shotgun barked once.
Last edited by G.S.; April 27th, 2022 at 12:20 PM.
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April 27th, 2022 10:35 AM
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April 27th, 2022, 10:47 AM
#2
Very nice bird, a limb hanger for sure. I’m glad those “poodles” didn’t cause you much grief !! Lol
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April 27th, 2022, 10:49 AM
#3
Got to love them spurs. One question what were poodles doing in the bush? Just razzing you a bit I'll chalk it up to frozen fingers. Gave today a pass as flurries, and wind wasn't appealing to me but you sure made it work for you 
Time in the outdoors is never wasted
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April 27th, 2022, 10:50 AM
#4
Congratulations G.S. Nice bird!
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April 27th, 2022, 10:53 AM
#5
Nice bird ! congrats.
I still cant believe I agreed to take the wife to vacation first week of turkey hunting opener ... will start my season next week.
CCFR, OFAH Member
Its all about the Journey
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April 27th, 2022, 10:58 AM
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Originally Posted by
Ata83
Nice bird ! congrats.
I still cant believe I agreed to take the wife to vacation first week of turkey hunting opener ... will start my season next week.
You haven't missed much weathers been cold, was out yesturday birds are inactive not one gobble heard did lay eyes on a good tom will be after him tomorrow as weather is only going to get better. Think next week will be gold.
Time in the outdoors is never wasted
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April 27th, 2022, 11:09 AM
#7
Great bird!
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April 27th, 2022, 11:10 AM
#8
Great looking bird. Congrats. You were definitely determined and it paid off!!!
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April 27th, 2022, 12:34 PM
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April 27th, 2022, 01:31 PM
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