New Mexico Wildlife Podcast · New Mexico Department of Wildlife

Episode 8 (April 2021) Talkin' Turkey - How to Call Spring Gobblers

·1 hr 7 min·6 clips

Learn how to mimic an owl hooter to trigger a gobbler's response during turkey season.

This episode focuses on turkey hunting strategies, specifically the art of calling birds during the spring season. Host James Pittman is joined by returning guest Storm Mustry, a New Mexico Game and Fish employee known for his passion for turkey hunting. They discuss techniques to improve a hunter's success in the field. The conversation begins with a practical demonstration of an owl hoot call, used to locate gobblers. Storm Mustry explains he mimics a barred owl by saying "who cooks for you, who cooks for you all" and can add a "laugh" to the call. James Pittman notes the episode was recorded after the first weekend of the turkey season, with several weeks remaining. Mustry describes spring as his favorite time to be outdoors, citing migrating songbirds and greening landscapes. He emphasizes the excitement of the spring turkey season's arrival. A key insight is that an owl call can sometimes be enough to provoke a gobbler to respond and reveal its location. Mustry's enthusiasm is presented as a valuable resource for listeners seeking to improve their hunting skills. The episode positions spring as a dynamic and lively period in the mountains beyond just hunting. The tone is highly conversational and instructional, aimed at providing practical, actionable advice. The style is educational and enthusiastic, reflecting the guest's deep personal passion for the subject. This episode is ideal for new or experienced turkey hunters in New Mexico seeking specific calling techniques. Listeners with no interest in hunting or outdoor sports would likely find the content too niche.

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