--- title: The Mossberg Journal | Hunting (8) description: "Hunting | Official blog from O.F. Mossberg & Sons: shotguns and rifles for hunting, sport shooting, home defense, tactical and law enforcement. Leader in firearms innovation since 1919. 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They end up with a great hunt! 1 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Screen%20Shot%202022-04-25%20at%2004.13.00.png?width=796&name=Screen%20Shot%202022-04-25%20at%2004.13.00.png)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/mossbergs-spring-collective-six-longbeards-at-point-blank-epic-new-england-turkey-hunts-ep-5) [Hunting](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/hunting) ## [Mossberg’s Spring Collective | Epic New England Turkey Hunts – Ep. 5](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/mossbergs-spring-collective-six-longbeards-at-point-blank-epic-new-england-turkey-hunts-ep-5) They hunt public access and end up calling in six longbeards at point-blank! The guys end up tagging out in two days on three epic New England turkey hunts! 1 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Screen%20Shot%202022-04-25%20at%2004.08.32.png?width=796&name=Screen%20Shot%202022-04-25%20at%2004.08.32.png)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/spring-collective-camping-on-public-land-boat-in-turkey-hunt-ep-2) [Hunting](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/hunting) ## [Mossberg's Spring Collective: Camping on Public Land & Boat-In Turkey Hunt – Ep. 2](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/spring-collective-camping-on-public-land-boat-in-turkey-hunt-ep-2) Jon Lewis heads down to Tennessee with friend Adam Barker, getting an early start to their 2020 season in hopes of bagging a long beard on public land. 1 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Late-Season-Turkey-Calling-group-2.png?width=796&name=Late-Season-Turkey-Calling-group-2.png)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/mastering-the-slate-how-to-turkey-call) [Hunting](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/hunting) ## [Mastering the Slate: How to Turkey Call](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/mastering-the-slate-how-to-turkey-call) This turkey calling video is designed to walk through how to master the finer points of making a slate call work for you. 1 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/posted-sign.png?width=796&name=posted-sign.png)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/5-tips-for-getting-permission-to-hunt-on-private-land) [Hunting](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/hunting) ## [5 Tips For Getting Permission to Hunt on Private Land](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/5-tips-for-getting-permission-to-hunt-on-private-land) If you have access to it, you are blessed. But if you don’t have private land access, you should do your best to change that. Here's how... 3 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/YHgo86vZRda4pJOGBrEoSQ-2.png?width=796&name=YHgo86vZRda4pJOGBrEoSQ-2.png)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/a-womans-perspective-to-choosing-a-turkey-hunting-outfitter) [Hunting](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/hunting) ## [A Woman's Perspective to Choosing a Turkey Hunting Outfitter](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/a-womans-perspective-to-choosing-a-turkey-hunting-outfitter) As with booking anything, doing your homework will pay out in spades when it comes to selecting an outfitter for your turkey hunt. 3 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/fall%20turkey%20hunting%20copy.jpeg?width=796&name=fall%20turkey%20hunting%20copy.jpeg)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/turkey-season-field-safety) [Hunting](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/hunting) ## [Turkey Season Field Safety](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/turkey-season-field-safety) Turkey hunting is fun, but care and caution must be taken seriously. Here are a few quick tips to ensure you have a safe and fun spring turkey season. 3 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/TAr5ieGcSVeYNr6ucdPqmg-2.png?width=796&name=TAr5ieGcSVeYNr6ucdPqmg-2.png)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/fall-turkey-hunting-with-a-rifle) [Hunting](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/hunting) ## [Fall Turkey Hunting with a Rifle](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/fall-turkey-hunting-with-a-rifle) Fall turkey hunting can have its challenges. The birds are not as responsive to calls, thus locating them is somewhat difficult. 3 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Diane-Buck-2.png?width=796&name=Diane-Buck-2.png)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/how-to-introduce-your-wife-to-hunting) [Hunting](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/hunting) ## [How to Introduce Your Wife to Hunting](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/how-to-introduce-your-wife-to-hunting) Women are among the fastest growing group of hunters to hit the woods these days. Here’s a short list on how to introduce your wife to hunting. 4 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/GunShyHuntingDog-2.jpeg?width=796&name=GunShyHuntingDog-2.jpeg)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/fall-turkey-hunting-with-a-dog) [Hunting](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/hunting) ## [Fall Turkey Hunting With a Dog](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/fall-turkey-hunting-with-a-dog) Most turkey hunters know nothing more than spring turkey hunting. They’ve never hunted turkeys in the fall and are surprised to know that was an option with a furry partner by your side! 4 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/women-rifle-shooting-aids-1.png?width=796&name=women-rifle-shooting-aids-1.png)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/why-some-women-hunt) [Hunting](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/hunting) ## [Why Some Women Hunt](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/why-some-women-hunt) Female hunters increased from 1.8 million (2001) to 3.3 million (2013) and is growing! The reasons why some women hunt vary, but here a few insights. 3 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Axis-2-1.png?width=796&name=Axis-2-1.png)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/ladies-only-axis-hunt-part-2) [Hunting](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/hunting) ## [Ladies Only Axis Hunt: Part 2](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/ladies-only-axis-hunt-part-2) The ladies-only axis deer hunt with International Adventures Unlimited in Texas had scenery, hunting, and camaraderie that were unmatched and left no one disappointed. 4 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Axis-2.png?width=796&name=Axis-2.png)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/ladies-only-axis-hunt-part-1) [Hunting](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/hunting) ## [Ladies Only Axis Hunt: Part 1](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/ladies-only-axis-hunt-part-1) What exactly needs to be done to prepare for a ladies only axis hunt in Texas? A lot, actually! Here is my quick and easy list of what you should bring. 4 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/10-590M-2.png?width=796&name=10-590M-2.png)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/8-great-cartridges-for-bear-hunting) [Hunting](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/hunting) ## [8 Great Cartridges for Bear Hunting](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/8-great-cartridges-for-bear-hunting) There are different kinds of bear hunts, but one constant: a huge predator with fangs and claws that can be life-threatening. 7 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Mossberg-and-_410-Turkey-Head-2%20copy.jpeg?width=796&name=Mossberg-and-_410-Turkey-Head-2%20copy.jpeg)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/kill-your-next-turkey-with-a-410-bore-tss) [Hunting](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/hunting) ## [Kill Your Next Turkey with a .410 Bore + TSS](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/kill-your-next-turkey-with-a-410-bore-tss) Regardless of the season, TSS loads have made the Mossberg 500 .410 bore shotgun one of the hottest little guns for turkey hunting in a long time. 3 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/moss-quick%20pheasant.png?width=796&name=moss-quick%20pheasant.png)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/quick-pheasant-care-in-the-field) [Hunting](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/hunting) ## [Quick Pheasant Care in the Field](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/quick-pheasant-care-in-the-field) This method of quick Phesant care in the field helps you to quickly work through a number of birds, get a large amount of meat, and create minimal waste. 3 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/moss-sunrise-1.png?width=796&name=moss-sunrise-1.png)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/mistakes-turkey-hunters-make) [Hunting](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/hunting) ## [Five Mistakes Turkey Hunters Make](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/mistakes-turkey-hunters-make) Successful hunting doesn't come easy. Here’s a look at five mistakes turkey hunters make each spring when hunting one of the toughest birds in the country. 3 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Rabbit-Hunters-2.png?width=796&name=Rabbit-Hunters-2.png)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/rabbit-hunting-with-a-shotgun) [Hunting](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/hunting) ## [Rabbit Hunting with a Shotgun](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/rabbit-hunting-with-a-shotgun) I recently caught up with Mr. Billy to talk hounds and the rabbits they pursue, for some insight on the great tradition of rabbit hunting with a shotgun. 4 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Reelfoot-Lake-Large-768x576%20copy.jpeg?width=796&name=Reelfoot-Lake-Large-768x576%20copy.jpeg)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/mossberg-duck-hunting-camp) [Hunting](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/hunting) ## [Mossberg Duck Hunting Camp at Reelfoot Lake](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/mossberg-duck-hunting-camp) Despite the weather, the ducks did their part to keep things lively. The action was steady with ducks coming to our decoys throughout the morning. Mallards and teal seemed to make up the bulk of the a 7 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Deer-Calls-2.png?width=796&name=Deer-Calls-2.png)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/calling-whitetail-deer) [Hunting](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/hunting) ## [Calling Whitetail Deer: Does it Still Work?](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/calling-whitetail-deer) Like anything, calling whitetail deer is not fool-proof. There will be times it works, and times when it won’t. The key to successfully calling whitetail deer is lack of pressure, timing, and location. 4 minute read [First](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/hunting/page/1) [Prev](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/hunting/page/7) [6](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/hunting/page/6) [7](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/hunting/page/7) [8](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/hunting/page/8) [9](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/hunting/page/9) [10](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/hunting/page/10) [Next](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/hunting/page/9) [Last](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/hunting/page/11) [Sign Up for Mossberg News and Updates](https://resources.mossberg.com/join) [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/MossbergCorp) [Twitter](https://www.x.com/mossberghunting) [Youtube](https://www.youtube.com/user/mossbergofficialsite) [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/mossberghunting) #### [Firearms](https://www.mossberg.com/firearms.html) - [Handguns](https://www.mossberg.com/firearms/handguns.html) - [Shotguns](https://www.mossberg.com/firearms/shotguns.html) - [Rifles](https://www.mossberg.com/firearms/rifles.html) - [Other](https://www.mossberg.com/firearms/others.html) #### [Store](https://www.mossberg.com/store.html) - [Parts](https://www.mossberg.com/parts.html) - [Shop By Schematic](https://www.mossberg.com/schematics/) - [Apparel](https://www.mossberg.com/apparel.html) - [Accessories](https://www.mossberg.com/gear.html) #### [Support](https://www.mossberg.com/help) - [FAQ](https://www.mossberg.com/support/faqs) - [Contact us](https://www.mossberg.com/contact-us) - [Firearms Service Request](https://www.mossberg.com/service/request/index) - [Warranty Registration](https://www.mossberg.com/support/warranty-registration) - [Vintage Models](https://www.mossberg.com/support/vintage-models.html) - [Owner's Manuals](https://www.mossberg.com/support/owners-manuals) - [Recalls](https://www.mossberg.com/support/recalls) - [Privacy Center](https://www.mossberg.com/privacy-center) #### [Military/Law Enforcement](https://lawenforcement.mossberg.com/) - [Product](https://www.mossberg.com/firearms/military-le.html) - [Agency T&E](https://www.mossberg.com/law-enforcement/firearm-testing-evaluation) - [Distributors](https://www.mossberg.com/law-enforcement/distributors/) - [Service & Support](https://www.mossberg.com/law-enforcement/le-service-support) - [Armorer Training](https://www.mossberg.com/law-enforcement/armorer-training) #### Corporate - [About](https://www.mossberg.com/corporate/about) - [Careers](https://www.mossberg.com/corporate/careers) - [Safety](https://www.mossberg.com/corporate/safety) - [Press Releases](https://www.mossberg.com/corporate/press-releases) - [Media Kit](https://mossberg.app.box.com/s/gnjcxzwo3tws3dovf7cii4xzu52tbu2i) - [International](https://www.mossberg.com/corporate/international) O.F. 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