I recently wrote an article titled 3 Western Turkey Lessons for Bowhunters, which covered bowhunting-specific tactics for tagging a wild turkey in the West. Below are four products I rely on when pursuing western gobblers.

Heads Up Strutting Turkey Decoy

The Heads Up Strutting Turkey Decoy (top photo) is an ideal choice for both the run-and-gun bowhunter and those who prefer a more traditional approach, simply sticking the decoy in the ground. Lightweight and packable, the easy-to-use bow mounting system provides the mobility you need, and when you add the real turkey fan it provides the realism needed to entice a tom in close. Visit www.headsupdecoy.com for more information. 

NAP Mantis Series Ground Blind

Designed specifically with the bowhunter in mind, the Mantis series of blinds from NAP features an asymmetrical design that is taller in the front so your bow won’t brush the blind when releasing an arrow. Not only is it the easiest blind to set up, but it weighs considerably less than a typical 5-hub blind. It features a strong 600 Denier Oxford Weave rip-resistant fabric. The Mantis’ DragNet window system is silent and infinitely adjustable, and the new Wicked Intent camo pattern resists fading and uses 14 natural earth tones that use more angle and vertical patterns to match the woods around you. Visit www.newarchery.com for more information. 

Rage Hypodermic NC Broadhead

The Rage new Hypodermic NC features a lethal Hypodermic hybrid style tip and needle-like ferrule in a streamline design. Upon impact, the two .035-inch thick blades slide into a swept-back position to deliver a gaping 2-inch slap-cut wound channel. The genius behind the Hypodermic NC is the revolutionary finger-like tabs on the blades’ Slip Cam that “pin” them in place while in the closed position, eliminating the need for a Shock Collar or O-ring. Visit www.feradyne.com for more information. 

Mavin C3 Binocular

Offered in 10X and 12X magnifications, Maven’s C.3 series features a large 50mm objective lens with exceptionally clear extra low-dispersion glass and fully multi-coated lenses. Offering the same dielectric coated Schmidt-Pechan prism system as their popular B.1 and B.3 models, the C.3 produces an exceptionally clear, bright and high-contrast image. At just 28 ounces, the C.3 is one of the lightest mid-sized binos in its class, and with the scratch-resistant lens coatings and water- and fogproof capabilities, you know they will deliver. Visit www.mavinbuilt.com for more information.