4 Keys to Taking Your Tom This Spring

Winchester ambassador Nikki Boxler shares tips accumulated from her years of experience in the turkey woods.

by posted on March 23, 2023
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With turkey season in full swing in many parts of the country, we continue to bring the best advice from our contributors who have prowess in hunting the various North American species. Advice ranges from understanding all the nuances that go into calling in a bird, to finding the gear that helps in capturing that cagey bird!

On tap today are turkey hunting tips from Nikki Boxler, a Winchester ambassador and turkey-hunting fanatic. From the requisite prep work—which includes patterning your shotgun—to choosing ammo and knowing where to set up, Nikki shares tips accumulated from her years of experience in the turkey woods. To learn all of her advice, visit Nikki’s entry in the Winchester blog.

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