In this episode of The High Ground Podcast, the crew gives an early to mid-season turkey hunting update, breaking down recent experiences in the field and what they’re learning as the season progresses. They dive into real encounters with birds, including working ridge runners, adjusting setups, and dealing with situations where expectations didn’t match reality.

The conversation focuses heavily on turkey hunting tactics, including calling sequences, when to stay aggressive versus going quiet, and how to read a tom’s response to know when he’s committing. They also discuss the pros and cons of using decoys, proper setup distances, and how positioning can influence whether a bird comes into range.

They break down turkey behavior, explaining how birds move, respond to calls, and often take the path of least resistance — highlighting the importance of understanding terrain, obstacles, and roosting areas when planning setups. Practical advice is shared on locating birds through scouting, listening for gobbles, and getting into position before first light.

Overall, this episode is a mix of real hunt experience, tactical breakdown, and lessons learned in the field, giving listeners a raw and honest look at what it takes to adapt and improve during turkey season.

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In this episode of The High Ground Podcast, the crew recaps an opening day spring turkey hunt in Utah, breaking down the experience from start to finish. Skeeter walks through the early morning grind — from a late night and little sleep to getting into the unit before sunrise — and the strategy behind locating birds using calls and prior scouting.

They discuss the importance of preseason scouting, understanding pressure, and getting into areas with good potential, especially on limited entry hunts where tag numbers are low and opportunities can be higher. The conversation highlights the realities of hunting — adapting when birds aren’t responding, covering ground, and staying persistent even when things don’t go as planned.

The episode also touches on the mindset behind hunting, including preparation, discipline, and making the most of opportunities when they come. They wrap up with thoughts on stewardship, emphasizing respect for the land, wildlife, and the responsibility hunters have to take care of the places they spend time in.

Overall, this episode is a mix of real hunt experience, practical strategy, and mindset — giving listeners a look at what goes into a successful day in the field.

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Episode 17 is a solo episode where Morgan shares a personal testimony of Jesus Christ and the meaning of His resurrection. He reflects on faith, effort, and trusting the process—even when it feels like nothing is working.

The episode then shifts into spring turkey hunting, tying lessons from the mountains back to faith—reminding listeners that persistence, patience, and belief always pay off.

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