EP184 Turkey Brood Habitat, Spatial Movement, Land Management

In this episode of 'Maximize Your Hunt', host Jon Teater (Whitetail Landscapes) and guest Andrew Little (AWESM Lab) delve into habitat management strategies for hunting properties, focusing on soil health, turkey habitats, and the importance of neighboring land management. The conversation highlights the significance of nesting and brooding cover for turkeys, seasonal management strategies, and the ongoing journey of conservation. Listeners are encouraged to take simple steps to improve their land and learn about their properties to maximize wildlife success.

Takeaways

• Creating compost tea improves soil structure.
• Granular fertilizers can harm the microbiome.
• Understanding turkey habitats is crucial for management.
• Neighboring land management impacts wildlife success.
• Nesting cover is essential for turkey broods.
• Visual obstruction helps protect nesting turkeys.
• Management should consider seasonal changes.
• Conservation is a continuous journey.
• Simple steps can lead to significant improvements.
• Engaging with local landowners enhances habitat management.

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