Turkey Fight - Gobbler Crosses Creek To Get To Us

Published on February 25, 2026
Duration: 8:20

This video demonstrates an aggressive turkey hunting technique where the hunter actively pursues a gobbling turkey across a creek. The instructor, an experienced hunter, emphasizes that while patience is usually key, sometimes taking the fight to the bird is necessary. The hunt highlights the effectiveness of aggressive calling, including fighting purrs, to incite a gobbler's response and overcome obstacles like water. The importance of observing turkey body language and using silence strategically is also discussed.

Quick Summary

Aggressive turkey hunting can be effective when a turkey is actively gobbling and responding to calls. This strategy involves actively pursuing the bird, even across obstacles like creeks, using a combination of hen yelps and fighting purrs to incite aggression. While patience is generally key, observing the turkey's body language and employing strategic silence can also lead to success.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Aggressive Turkey Hunting Approach
  2. 00:15Hearing Turkey Across Creek
  3. 00:26Learning Turkey Hunting Without a Mentor
  4. 00:37Influence of David & Harold Knight
  5. 01:03Upside and Downside of Streaming Content
  6. 01:33Patience vs. Aggression in Hunting
  7. 02:04Son's Contribution to the Hunt
  8. 02:15Early Setup and Turkey Location Issues
  9. 02:50Adamant Decision to Cross Field
  10. 03:26Crossing Creek and Hunting
  11. 04:43Fighting Turkey with Calls
  12. 04:59Turkey Aggression as Last Resort
  13. 05:43Importance of Silence
  14. 07:15The Shot: "Smoke 155"
  15. 07:53Can a Turkey Fly Across a Creek?

Frequently Asked Questions

When is aggressive turkey hunting a viable strategy?

Aggressive turkey hunting can be effective when a turkey is actively gobbling and responding to calls, especially if it's in a desirable location or showing signs of aggression. This approach involves actively pursuing the bird, even if it means crossing obstacles like creeks or fields.

What calling techniques are used to incite turkey aggression?

To incite aggression in a turkey, hunters can use a combination of hen yelps and fighting purrs. Employing multiple calls, such as a pot and peg call along with a mouth call, and alternating between them can be highly effective in driving a gobbler into a frenzy.

How important is patience in turkey hunting?

Patience is considered more crucial than aggression in turkey hunting, with the saying that patience has killed more birds than any call. However, there are specific instances where a proactive, aggressive approach is necessary to close the distance on a responsive bird.

Can turkeys fly across creeks, and how can hunters encourage this?

Yes, turkeys can fly across creeks, especially if they are motivated. Hunters can encourage this by using aggressive calling techniques, like fighting purrs, to make the turkey agitated and determined to reach the source of the sound. Observing their body language is key.

More Hunting & Outdoors Videos You Might Like

More from MOSSBERG

View all →