Well, the boy (8 years old) had a chance this morning before school. Long story, but I'll keep it short.
Basically, set up, called to the bird and he flew down and worked our way. Perfect set up and he read the script so well that he will be recieving an Oscar this year. Gobbled in our face at 15 yards. Walks in front of the gun barrel at 10 yards! My boy was nervous to pull the trigger. Worried about the kick. The bird busted us and ran off.
I cheered him up best I could, told him I was proud of how he is really becoming a great hunter (like sitting still and not moving), and how we can practice and keep after them.
Totally my fault! He did shoot the gun before the season 6 days ago and did just fine. I should have had him shooting more frequently. Oh well. Lesson learned. We'll shoot more often and get out and keep chasing them.
What a hunt! This is really adicting!
I am finding that I get excited when I see a bunch of turkeys, but I get more excited one I see one lone gobbler. I killed a nice one last year and this year and they were alone. I think they work to a call better that way.
