Mount Pleasant Magazine Nov/Dec 2018

47 www.MountPleasantMagazine.com | www.ILoveMountPleasant.com | www.BestofMP.com on the belt. I use each in certain situations, depending on how things are going.” Regarding the weapon of choice, most hunters use a shotgun with a very tight pellet pattern to target the vulnerable head and neck area. Turkey hunting is interactive. The hunter uses various techniques in an attempt to locate, or “strike” a bird. Planning requires meticulous scouting and looking for birds and signs of their presence in the area such as “scratched” or disturbed leaves and soil. One of the most common practices is getting positioned in an area before dawn, blending in and listening for activity. There is nothing more exhilarating than hearing the unsolicited gobble of a mature tom at daybreak announcing his presence to the world. Whether you choose to “run and gun” through the woods or passively sit in a ground blind attempting to draw the birds to you, turkey hunting offers great adventure. Enjoy the experience and the lessons that follow. Coker said it well: “Just when you think you’ve figured them out, they will embarrass and frustrate you.” Regardless of your level of experience or success from field to supper table, turkey hunting is a sport worth exploring. For more information about hunting the wild turkey, visit www.NWTF.org. Clark Coker III and his third bird ever. Photo courtesy of Clark Coker. Family Owned and Operated Since 1968 1725 Highway 17 North Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 | (843) 884-6862 Fax: (843) 884.2827 www.AscuesAutoBody.com Do you know the difference in quality? Ask the professionals at Ascues. We only use OEM parts for top quality repairs... no aftermarket ... no knock offs .