I have never claimed to be a good turkey hunter, but I have been a pretty good turkey killer!
Most of my birds have been taken with a blind, but in the past, I wasn't against run and gun using just a leaning tree seat. In need of a new hip and back, I'm likely not going to do well in compromising positions for long periods of time so the blind will have to do.
Last year I finished my slam but have taken several easterns as well. All of my birds were taken with a trad bow except my very first .. it was almost my last as it did very little for me.
When asked, I advise guys to use the biggest broadhead that they can get to fly, and when possible, shoot them in the hips!
A bird that can't run, can't fly... and he also can't run! The only bird of mine that went over 10 yards was shot through the back.. missing his spine. He went about 60 yards and tucked in to a brush pile to die.
The other secret is... Don't miss!
I'm going to try for another slam, but all done in 1 year. Just an excuse to get out more. It's nice having customers/friends with opportunities!
Good luck Ken, BigJim