About TurkeyAndElk.com
We’re revolutionizing the hunting industry through geographic specialization in turkey and elk hunting calls and techniques.
Our Mission
At TurkeyAndElk.com, our mission is to provide hunters with scientifically optimized calls and techniques that match the exact vocalizations of turkey and elk subspecies in their specific hunting regions. We believe that understanding the subtle differences between subspecies and adapting your gear and approach accordingly is the key to hunting success.
Our data-driven approach combines cutting-edge acoustic technology with generations of hunting knowledge to create a revolutionary system of region-specific hunting products and educational resources.
Our Story
TurkeyAndElk.com was founded by a group of passionate hunters who recognized a significant gap in the hunting industry: the lack of region-specific approaches to turkey and elk calling. After years of hunting across different regions of North America, we noticed that the same calls and techniques didn’t produce consistent results when used in different geographical areas.
This observation led us to conduct extensive research, analyzing thousands of field recordings of turkey and elk vocalizations across different subspecies and regions. We discovered that subspecies have evolved unique vocal characteristics based on their specific habitats, and that these differences were significant enough to warrant specialized calling equipment and techniques.
Armed with this knowledge, we assembled a team of regional hunting experts, acoustic engineers, and product designers to create the first truly region-specific hunting call systems. After years of development and field testing, TurkeyAndElk.com was born – offering hunters a revolutionary approach to game calling based on geographic specialization.
Our Philosophy
Scientific Approach
We believe in a data-driven approach to hunting. Our products are developed using scientific analysis of actual field recordings, with each call designed to precisely match the acoustic properties of specific subspecies.
Regional Expertise
We understand that hunting conditions vary dramatically across different regions. Our team includes experts with deep knowledge of specific areas, ensuring that our products and advice are optimized for local conditions.
Educational Focus
We’re committed to not just selling products, but educating hunters about the importance of geographic specialization. Our comprehensive educational resources help hunters understand the “why” behind our approach.
Ethical Hunting
We promote responsible, ethical hunting practices that respect wildlife and conserve natural resources. Our approach focuses on making clean, effective calls that lead to successful, humane harvests.
Team Expertise by Region
Our team includes experts with specialized knowledge of specific regions and subspecies.
Eastern Region Specialists
Our Eastern team has decades of experience hunting Eastern wild turkeys in hardwood forests from Maine to Georgia, and specializes in the specific calling techniques required for pressured birds in these diverse habitats.
Southern Region Specialists
Our Southern specialists have unmatched expertise in Osceola turkey hunting in Florida’s unique ecosystems, as well as extensive experience with Rio Grande turkeys across Texas and the southern plains.
Western Region Specialists
Our Western team specializes in Merriam’s and Gould’s turkey hunting in mountainous terrain, as well as Rocky Mountain elk and Roosevelt elk calling in diverse western landscapes from alpine meadows to coastal rainforests.
Midwestern/Northern Specialists
Our Midwestern specialists focus on the unique challenges of hunting Eastern turkeys and Manitoban elk in the diverse habitats of the central and northern United States, with particular expertise in agricultural-woodland transitions.
Scientific Approach to Call Design
What sets TurkeyAndElk.com apart is our scientific approach to call design. Unlike general hunting retailers that offer one-size-fits-all products, we apply rigorous research and development processes to create calls that are optimized for specific subspecies and regions:
- Field Recording and Analysis: We collect and analyze thousands of field recordings of turkey and elk vocalizations across different regions, identifying the subtle differences in frequency, cadence, and tonal qualities between subspecies.
- Acoustic Mapping: We create detailed acoustic profiles for each subspecies, mapping the exact sound signatures that make their vocalizations unique.
- Material Selection: Based on our acoustic profiles, we select specific materials and design elements that will reproduce these exact sound signatures. For example, different hardwoods for turkey box calls or specific reed configurations for elk bugles.
- Prototype Development: We create prototype calls designed to match the acoustic profiles of specific subspecies, testing them in controlled environments to measure their sound output.
- Field Testing: Regional experts extensively field test our prototypes in actual hunting scenarios, providing detailed feedback on performance across different conditions.
- Refinement and Production: Based on field testing results, we refine our designs before moving to final production, ensuring each call meets our exacting standards for regional specificity.
Testing Methodologies
Our commitment to quality and effectiveness is reflected in our rigorous testing methodologies:
Spectrographic Analysis
We use spectrographic analysis to compare the sound signatures of our calls with actual wild turkey and elk vocalizations, ensuring precise frequency matching for each subspecies.
Blind Listening Tests
Experienced hunters participate in blind listening tests, comparing our calls to both wild recordings and competitor products to verify authenticity and effectiveness.
Environmental Testing
We test our calls in various weather conditions and terrain types to ensure they perform consistently in the specific environments where they’ll be used.
Field Response Validation
Most importantly, we measure actual response rates from wild turkeys and elk in different regions, documenting how subspecies respond to our region-specific calls compared to generic alternatives.
Join the Geographic Revolution in Hunting
We invite you to experience the difference that region-specific calling can make in your hunting success. Browse our product lines, explore our educational resources, and join the community of hunters who have discovered the power of geographic specialization.