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The Adventures of Barry the Mailman: Turkey Season 2024
Fort Thompson is a place that attracts all sorts of interesting characters, but one of our local legends is Barry the Mailman. Now, hold on a second β Barry isn't actually our mail carrier! -
Turkey Thunder on a Budget: Affordable Ammo for Your Next Hunt
Whether you prefer 12 gauge or 20 gauge, our inventory includes a variety of turkey loads, ensuring that you'll find the perfect match for your shotgun and hunting style. -
Plan Your Arkansas Hunting Adventure: From Permits to Prime Locations
Whether you're a seasoned waterfowl hunter chasing mallards in Stuttgart or a novice pursuing your first whitetail deer in a national wildlife refuge, this comprehensive guide will navigate you through the seasons, regulations, and top locations that make Arkansas a true sportsman's haven. -
The Thrill of the Hunt: More Than Just Bagging a Bird with Kylie Loewer
Turkey hunting has been a sport Iβve grown to be passionate about in the last 12 years. Twelve years may not seem very long, but thatβs over half of my lifetime. I harvested my first turkey at the young age of nine years old with the best hunting partner a little girl could dream of by my side -- my dad. -
Elevate Your Turkey Hunt: The Sitka Gear Advantage
Understanding turkey behavior and preferred habitats is paramount. Pre-season scouting is crucial. Identify roost sites and travel corridors, and familiarize yourself with the area. Remember, safety is always a priority. Wear blaze orange during appropriate times, ensure your decoys are visible from all angles, and prioritize proper target identification. -
Sitka Equinox Vest: Your Ultimate Guide to Features and Care
Every outdoor adventure demands gear as prepared as you are. Enter theΒ Sitka Equinox Vest, a game-changer for turkey hunters. This guide covers everything you need to know, from its innovative features to its unmatched water resistance. Whether you're a seasoned hunter or new to the sport, this vest can transform your experience. -
The Best Turkey Hunting Decoys for 2024
Spring is in the air, and turkey season is upon us! Whether you're a seasoned hunter or a newbie chasing your first gobbler, the right decoy can be your secret weapon. Fort Thompson Sporting Goods has a wide selection of top-rated turkey decoys to suit your style and budget.Β -
Ray's Picks: Turkey Call Edition
Spring is here, and at Fort Thompson Sporting Goods, that can only mean one thing: it's turkey time! We take Turkey Season seriously around here, and we've grabbed Ray (our manager and serious turkey hunting veteran) to give us his top insider picks for the best calls and locators to help you bag even the wariest of gobblers.Β -
The Fort Thompson Familyβs Guide to Wild Turkey Feasts
Youβve gone through the hunt and youβve bagged your turkeys, now what? How about some recipes fresh from the Fort Thompson family kitchen to get you started? Thereβs a lot... -
Letβs Talk Turkey Hunting: Lessons from Fort Thompsonβs Finest
Our 2024 turkey hunting season is right around the corner. Heck in some states, itβs here! At Fort Thompson, we love all things hunting so weβve sat down with two of our favorite turkey hunters to get the scoop on how itβs done. -
Useful Gear and Apps for Arkansas Turkey Hunters
If you've ever found yourself knee-deep in the Arkansas woods at the crack of dawn, whisperin' sweet nothings to lure in that elusive gobbler, then honey, you're in the right place. We're about to dive headfirst into a goldmine of gear and gadgets that'll make your next turkey hunt smoother than an open-faced sandwich.
