May 12, 20250.8 minWomen Go Hunting

First-Time Turkey on a First-Time Crossbow Hunt

I’ve been a big game hunter for years while living in Alaska, but I had never had the opportunity to hunt for turkey until we moved to Tennessee.

My husband and I had chatted up the turkeys one morning and when we started getting an answer in return, we decided to grab his crossbow and walk to the back of our property. The tom was gobbling so loudly, he and the hens did not hear us approaching. I was excited and hoped I would be able to get a clear shot. This was my first time using a crossbow. I hid behind a tree until I had a unobstructed shot. I shot him in the chest, and he dropped and began to flop around. My sweet husband, my “ride-or-die” hunting partner, ran after and grabbed him. It was a proud moment for both of us. My first turkey taken on my first crossbow hunt!

By Kathy Nicolson, SCI Music City Chapter Secretary

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