I was able to make it to today’s event, thankfully. As a new hunter, I was able to learn a lot about turkeys and it was really helpful having the wardens there taking questions. Thanks for keeping this event going, look forward to going to more in the future. Didn’t really have a chance to talk with any of ya, as it was really busy there. Did notice a few faces that I recognized from this site though. Seemed like a great turn out t me. Thanks again.
SoCal Spring Turkey Tune-Up...March 6th
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Steve, good to see you today. It was unfortunate my boys and I couldn't make it sooner but it sure looked like a good turn out.
Ps, congrats on the SIL winning the 6.5.
Ps, congrats on the SIL winning the 6.5.
Outstanding turn out for sure. Did 590 or so tickets at the gate today, not including the couple dozen or so early birds that got tix at the site. In contrast, I think last year it was 380 ish in the rain. Congrats to all that won draws!
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Its was definitely a great turn out...helped on Friday set up and a few of us got to here a tom gobbling his but off at around 12:30..hit him with a box call and he went off a bunch of times..never did lay eyes on him tho.
It was great seeing some familiar faces and meeting some cool people...turns out I'm deadlier with my bow then my gun at 30yds...forgot my turkey choke so it was all downhill from there. Good luck to everyone this season.
It was great seeing some familiar faces and meeting some cool people...turns out I'm deadlier with my bow then my gun at 30yds...forgot my turkey choke so it was all downhill from there. Good luck to everyone this season.
Jason thanks for the help at the gate.
It was a great event.
It was a great event.
No doubt Mark.. got busy up there but was nice to welcome folks in.
Yes, a great event and a big thank you to all the volunteers! My first Turkey Tune-up event and was impressed.
SurfNHunt - Are you saying 590 attended or that 590 raffle tickets were purchased? Just curious. I thought there had to be at least 200 plus attendees.
We shut down the gate at 11:00 and counted 590 entry tickets sold. But more than that attended since additional tickets were sold early on to the staff, helpers, and early birds. Estimate attendance somewhere in the 600s including vendors, etc.
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stikbrandon
Guest
Man I lost my voice from talking so much. It was an awesome event for all who attended!
600 is a great turnout. Those of you involved did a great job pulling it off. My kid was there and thought it was a great event.
John
John
A lot less shotgun shooters but the hay bails were beat up worse than in years past.
More archery shooters this year and a 3d turkey to shoot at!
Lots of leftover targets and everything went smoothly.
We even had 15 spectators for a few hours.......lol
More archery shooters this year and a 3d turkey to shoot at!
Lots of leftover targets and everything went smoothly.
We even had 15 spectators for a few hours.......lol
Thanks to everyone involved with throwing this event! Patterned the shotgun and got some real nice turkey calls from flydown custom calls!
WOW!...What a great day at the SoCal Spring Turkey Tune-Up...600+ like minded folks...Felt like AMERICA again...
A special thanks to all the sponsors and volunteers...Lake Henshaw Resort, My Country Club, Willow Creek Archery, Turner's Outdoorsman, Right 2 Bear Arms, Lake Henshaw Cafe, Blackhound Optics, Bolsa Gun works, Diamond Environmental, DFW wardens, and all the NWTF members that helped out...Couldn't have pulled this off without you.
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A special thanks to all the sponsors and volunteers...Lake Henshaw Resort, My Country Club, Willow Creek Archery, Turner's Outdoorsman, Right 2 Bear Arms, Lake Henshaw Cafe, Blackhound Optics, Bolsa Gun works, Diamond Environmental, DFW wardens, and all the NWTF members that helped out...Couldn't have pulled this off without you.
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Thanks for putting this together Steve. Did not have much luck on the raffles but that's ok enjoyed seeing everyone! Gotta bring the wife next year. Might have better luck She sure is lucky to have me!
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Matt,
Thank you...Since we met, you've been a huge help at all the events I've chaired...Really do appreciate it.
ps...I never seem to win anything either...Jacob on the other hand won the Howa 6.5 CM
Don't you let her forget it!! Nice hanging with you on Fri and Sat Matt! Hope you land that first bird this season.
Jorge
You are more than welcome! Love helping out when I can. We both need some Jacob luck!
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Awesome working with you! Hope you get a bird as well!
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DirtHunter
Active Member
Being the last shooter before the raffle.
Thanks Mark for all the help.
It was an awesome time. My buddy John I might have convinced to join the San Diego NWTF