Can you hunt Goulds turkey?
Hunting for Gould’s turkey typically requires hiking from ½ mile to 2 miles from the end of the road, depending upon where the birds are hanging at the time of your hunt. Like Spring turkey hunting anywhere, there are many tactics to use while hunting these mountain birds.
How much is a Goulds turkey hunt?
Gould’s turkey hunting in the USA can be as affordable as under $500. Hunting in Mexico starts at about $2,000 for semi-guided trips, and can go all the way up to $3,000 for hunts on top private lands.
Where is the best turkey hunting in Arizona?
In Arizona, wild turkeys can be found not only in ponderosa pine forest but also other vegetation types in elevations ranging from 3,500 to 10,000 feet. The best populations of Merriam’s, however, occur in the ponderosa pine forests north of the Gila River.
How much does it cost to hunt turkey in Arizona?
Hunting Licenses & Fees
| HUNT PERMIT-TAGS Obtained only through application and drawing procedures, prices shown include a $13 application fee per applicant for residents and a $15 application fee per applicant for non-residents.4 | RESIDENT |
|---|---|
| Turkey Hunt Permit-tag | $38 |
| Bear Hunt Permit-tag5 | $38 |
| Javelina Hunt Permit-tag | $38 |
What is a Gould turkey?
The Gould’s Turkey (Meleagris gallopavo mexicana) is the largest subspecies of wild turkeys, but has the smallest population. It was first described in 1856, in northern Mexico, and its range extended into the sky islands of southern Arizona and New Mexico.
What is a Grand Slam in turkey hunting?
The National Wild Turkey Federation defines the Grand Slam as taking all four United States subspecies. These include the Eastern, Osceola, Rio Grande and Merriam’s. I have also taken an Ocellated in the Yucatan Peninsula, leaving only the Gould’s to go for a World Slam.
Where do Gould’s turkeys live?
Like the Merriam’s turkey, the Gould’s turkey prefers mountain habitats, which are often quite dry and rugged. In the U.S., Gould’s turkeys are found in the Animas and San Luis mountains of New Mexico and in the Peloncillo Mountains of New Mexico and Arizona (Kennamer 2009).
How many wild turkeys are in Arizona?
The NWTF currently estimates this number at around 200 birds. Merriam’s and Gould’s wild turkeys are both native to Arizona. Since 1913, turkeys have been classified as a big-game species in the Grand Canyon State.
Where are Gould’s turkeys located?
LOCATION. Gould’s can be found in plentiful populations in the mountains of northern Mexico in the states of Sonora, Chihuahua, Sinaloa, Durango, Zacatecas, Nayarit, Jalisco and Coahuila.
Where can I hunt Gould turkey?
Gould’s turkey hunts at Tall Tine Outfitters in Sonora, Mexico are conducted on several different ranches totaling over 60,000 acres. The hunting area ranges between 4000 and 6500 feet in elevation. All hunting areas are easily accessible by motor vehicle. This hunt is not physically challenging.
Where are Goulds turkeys?
How far do wild turkeys roam?
Wild turkeys generally move a mile or two in one day depending on habitat and distance to food and water sources. The annual home range of wild turkeys varies from 370 to 1,360 acres and contains a mixture of trees and grass cover.
Where does Gould’s turkey hunting take place in Arizona?
Since Gould’s are mountain dwelling turkeys, hunting takes place in the Oak Woodlands to Ponderosa Pine forests at elevations of 6000 to 8000 feet. This high altitude hunt area has breathtaking scenery with very enjoyable Springtime temperatures of 80 degrees in the day and 45 degrees at night.
When was it legal to hunt Turkey in Arizona?
By the time Arizona had legal hunting seasons in 1929, Gould’s Turkey had already disappeared from the scene. Gould’s now occupy only a few remote mountain ranges in Arizona.
How long does it take to hunt Gould’s turkeys?
Gould’s turkeys are perfect for archery hunting on our ranches , because we harvest so few birds we have a very high population. This gives the Archery hunter multiple opportunities on your 3 days hunt. Border crossing; Columbus NM with a 4.5 hour of travel time
Where to hunt turkeys in Arizona Merriam’s?
Youth-Only turkey tags are over the counter. We typically hunt for northern Arizona Merriam’s turkey within the Coconino National Forest. These are fully-guided turkey hunts. Hunters are led into the field daily by an experienced Merriam’s turkey guide in order to provide the highest chances for success.