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Friday, September 11, 2009
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Category: Sports
9/11 - Why Do I Remember? By:Mike Joyner Another year has passed, and I find myself immersed in the ill fated day that many lives were shattered. Since that day, I have made it a point to remind all of my readers of their blessings, to thank those that serve us, to remember the ultimate sacrifice by those who perished that day, and in the resulting wars that followed. The fight continues, and the sacrifices continue.
Why as an outdoor writer do I focus one of my columns on this? It is easy enough answer. As an American sportsmen I enjoy the natural resources of this great land. I also prosper in many other aspects of my life and enjoy the great freedoms given to all Americans by the sacrifices of those that serve our great county. I have the freedom to pursue happiness, practice my faith, fail or succeed by my own efforts, and have a reasonable expectation that our military will do it's job in protecting our country. To date, I have not had a gun held to my head, or sword pressed against my neck forcing me to praise Allah. Not to offend peaceful Muslims, but the radical factions of Islam would just soon "cleanse" my status as an infidel. Let us not forget that a war wages in the name of religion, and ideology. It is more complicated than that, but it reduces down to that in it's simplest form.
As a post baby boomer, pre generation-x, I grew up during many significant events. 9-11 has had the most profound effect emotionally, and I recall all to well the coverage that day. Watching the small specs falling from the buildings to only realize those specs were people choosing to leap to their death rather than to face death by flame. The horrific images of the planes impacting, knowing that hundreds died instantly. Then as the towers collapsed, you knew you were watching hundreds more die at that moment. The images were post event for the Pentagon, and the remote field in Pennsylvania. Many more died in both places.
I grew up as a Navy brat. Dad was career man, and served on the USS Wisconsin, the Spiegel Grove, and other ships. I can recall when he spoke of the "Bay of Pigs," and notice the change in his mood and expressions when he spoke of it. It was a difficult time, as my mom was told that if he didn't come home that night, don't worry, he would be deployed. No further details. I had two uncles that served and survived Vietnam, and we were lucky they came home. I grew up understanding and appreciating what our military does. It is not easy for most military families.
Although I did not serve in the military, I can remember that drive to the post office, signing up for the draft within a short time of my eighteenth birthday. The cold war was still something to worry about, and the possibility to serve in conflict was not a remote idea. Watching the wall come down in Germany was significant event in my perspective for obvious reasons.
I find myself emotionally affected as each anniversary passes. This column is an exercise of thinking out loud as I searched for why I feel as I do. I suspect that many of you feel this way as well.
Each anniversary of 9/11, my thoughts returned to two fellow NWTF members Cynthia Giugliano & Walter Weaver that we lost that day. A memorial webpage can be found at http://www.turkey-talk.com/9_11_01_memorial.htm. Cynthia & Walter's lives were cut tragically short as thousands of others that day.
As you enjoy our great land, pursuing your hunting and fishing passions, I would ask of each of you that as you settle back in your thoughts that you give thought to those that serve us. In your travels I ask that you take the time to thank those that serve us, and continue to support what they do for their country.
© 2009 Mike Joyner- Joyner Outdoor Media
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Wednesday, March 11, 2009
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Category: Sports
“Trooper”
I have chosen a most difficult subject for this column. It is not for the difficulty of it that I chose to, but to honor a selfless companion. Although the sadness is overwhelming, and the grief unbearable, it is something I must do. Today marks the day we bury our beloved dog named “Trooper” He was a Weimaraner, had all the usual characteristics of the breed, and then some. We came across him in an ad in the local newspaper little over a year ago. A couple who had bought him after weaning had brought him back to the breeder. It was said he was too bow legged, and other things of minor significance, even for show (it was also mentioned they were also having some personal issues.) Their objections were unfounded, as time proved out, he could have easily been shown, and had all the desirable qualities in the breed. We met Trooper at the tender age of 12 weeks old, our question to the breeder- “Is he healthy?” “Yes,” and that was enough. Adorable as most all puppies are, Trooper was more so. Nothing but huge floppy ears, long legs, and bear sized paws. Love at first sight, as to be expected.
Before I go further it is noted that we all know, at least in the back of all our minds: we typically out live our pets. Not that it makes it easier, but something to rationalize, and come to grips with. We had trooper for little more than a year, when he was tragically struck by a vehicle and expired shortly after. He passed away as we tried in vain to comfort him. The very driven qualities that made him a great hunter, and an enthusiastic companion, also led him to the road that morning. Trooper was not allowed to run, or roam without our supervision. We own a good sized piece of land, and that gave him plenty of room to work off his energy. We would take him across the creek from the house, and far away from any roads or other hazards. That morning, a squirrel set the stage, and after that we surmised Trooper spotted rabbits or maybe deer along the road’s edge. No calling or commands were of any use that morning. His drive to hunt was strong. Trooper was sweet, well behaved in general, otherwise obedient dog. Although our time together and enjoyment with him was more than one could ever ask for, it was too short, and painfully unfair.
We got him as a family companion first and foremost. The fact he was an excellent hunting dog was more than a bonus. In fact Trooper could have easily been a butterfly or moth catching champion. I tagged both fall turkeys over him this past fall, and he became very focused after the first bird. He was most happy when chasing something (that includes red laser pointer dots.) Those times that I tagged birds I was very proud of him. He was also very good at pointing grouse. I am not a well learned dog trainer, so it would be safe to say, that it was his drive and instincts that should be given the credit. It was the first dog I ever had as a hunting companion, and those days in the field were priceless. The memories are as clear as yesterday.
As a family member, Trooper was number one for wet kisses, and endless supply of tail wagging. There were times he would just wag his tail & butt together as he could not contain his cheerful disposition. He was a happy dog, and we spoiled him appropriately. We made the mistake of letting him sleep in our bed one time that he was terrible sick. After that, sleeping elsewhere would not do. I woke many mornings looking directly into his face. At least he did not suffer from “dog’s breath.” He was not content unless he was cuddled up against you, and it was his nature. He was part of our pack, and was the happiest when we were home all day on the weekends.
Now that he is gone, our house is much too quiet, even for the peaceful setting that we have in the woods. We will mourn him, and always keep his memory in our hearts. Trooper was like many of your dogs out there, and I suspect guilty of the same traits. He was our companion, and is sorely missed. Those that have a companion like Trooper are most fortunate, and will understand my comments.
This summer we will visit the same breeder as before. We are told that Troopers parents are having another litter of pups. Although there will never be another just like him, we will love and spoil the next one much the same. If our next pup is half the dog that he was, we shall be truly blessed.
It is our hope that he has passed on to endless forests full of butterflies, and the occasional grouse or turkey. That would be his happiest resting place.
Trooper -R.I.P.
© 2009 Mike Joyner- Joyner Outdoor Media
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Sunday, March 08, 2009
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Category: Sports
30 day check up for Gobblers
As turkey seasons begin to open in Florida and other destinations far south of the Mason Dixon Line, most of the states still have another 30 to 52 days to go before their respective opening days. For those still looking at snow out their windows, your time is now. Out of all the items to pay attention to during pre turkey season, scouting is one of the top three if not number one. As the snow recedes, you will find turkeys in those open areas were the snow has gone. Pay lots of attention to south facing slopes, as they will shed snow first. Turkeys will be looking for mast on the ground that remained thru the winter along with tasty insects they can find. These uncovered areas will also be warmer. At this point before season, the turkeys will still be in large flocks, along with the gobblers. The gobblers are looking for love, and the hens will not be interested……….. yet.
Lots of activity going on now within the flocks including fighting and establishing pecking order. This is ideal for "gobbler shopping." It is true, that the flocks will separate and disperse, but you will get a good idea and count of the gobblers in the general area. For a few weeks you should be able to find these flocks in the same places, and that will change up once the snow has gone and hens move off to their respective nesting areas.
Now is the time to pack up your artillery rig (shotgun), and spend an afternoon at your gun club. Pattern your gun, and check your sights. It is much better to go thru any needed screw tightening, sight replacement, or gunsmithing needs now, than at 30 yards trained on a gobblers head. You want your shotgun to place at least 10-12 pellets in the head and neck at your furthest range. That is typically 40 yards (12ga). 20 ga shot guns tend to be 30-35 yard guns, but with proper tuning, and matching shells to an ideal choke, can perform as well as most 12 ga shotguns. In some cases (depending on the shotgun), it requires a fair amount of range time, and attention to detail to dial in a tight patterning turkey gun.
It is true, that ultimately you only need one pellet. However, I do not prescribe to such minimal requirement out of respect for the majestic wild turkey. There is a lot that can go wrong out at 40 yards, including wind, dirty or fowled barrel, not anchored properly, brush/limbs you did not see, etc. Any number of things can affect your pattern (or the center of the pattern), creating gaps or thinning out the density of the pattern. Another critical point, a clean barrel will provide for the best results in your shot pattern.
My personal shooting rigs typically put 21-24 pellets in a 3 inch circle at forty yards. That may sound over the top, but it is not the best of the best. Current NWTF still target championships shooting record is 54 pellets in a 3 inch circle at forty yards. There are some arguments over the absolute minimum of pellets needed, but it is safe to say that in this case, more is better.
Bottom line: you owe it to the game you pursue, and I am not a big fan of running down a gobbler. My glory days of running marathons are many moons ago. Besides, watching an old fat guy trying to run down a gobbler is just downright ugly. No video cameras please…………….
Go over your calls- condition, repair, or replace them if needed. Mouth calls- be sure they are cleaned properly with diluted mouthwash, rinsed and dried. Losing several weeks of the season to a nasty cold or flu like illness is not a good time. Be sure to pick a mouth wash flavor you like, it is an added bonus. A refrigerator is the best place to keep them. Box calls may also need tuning after sitting around for half a year. Humidity and temperature (depending on where they were stored) will affect the sound. It is a good idea to have scotch bright and non oil based chalk (brown or rust colored carpenters chalk) for your turkey vest.
Last but not least, make sure your rain gear,and boots are still in fact rain gear. Boots that leak, are a show stopper in cold weather. Rain gear that leaks, makes for a less than pleasant day in the turkey woods.
Most of this is not rocket science, and may appear over simplified. Even a seasoned hunter such as myself forgets, as we get caught up with more important things such as family, careers, and the all important honey-do list. Be safe and shoot straight!!
© 2009 Mike Joyner- Joyner Outdoor Media
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Wednesday, February 25, 2009
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Category: Sports
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 25, 2009
Central NY Outdoor Author Live Interview
McGraw, NEW YORK – Joyner Outdoor Media announces mid winter live radio show appearance for McGraw, New York Author: Mike Joyner
Live Radio Interview
Joyner will be live on “Outdoors Live with Tommy and Wanda” radio show Monday, March 16th, 2m -3pm EST, 1pm-2pm CST. the hour long interview will feature the Central New York author discussing his latest book: “Tales from the Turkey Woods.” Along with a discussion of the new book, the show will take calls from listeners, and give away copies of the book during the show.
More on Mike Joyner: www.turkeywoods.com www.joyneroutdoormedia.com
“Outdoors Live with Tommy and Wanda” -Join Tommy & his wife, Wanda every Monday on KKountry 95 Radio, 95.1 FM at 1 PM CST & get the latest tips & secrets from the Pros and others in fishing and hunting!
Listen live on the web at: www.kkountry.com
More on Tommy & Wanda: www.tommyandwanda.com www.womenanglers.us
About the Author
Mike Joyner is a former president of the New York State Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation. The author of Hills of Truxton, he is currently working on a collaboration with Paul Walling entitled, Father and Son: A Life’s Journey Together in the Turkey Woods and a fourth book entitled, Empire State Limb Hangers. He spends his spare time finishing a log home in McGraw, New York, where he lives with his wife.
For more information, contact Mike Joyner at 607.753.8420 mjoyner@turkey-talk.com
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Tuesday, February 10, 2009
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Category: Sports
My Valentine is a Turkey Hunter
With the holiday of love and romance close at hand, I thought it appropriate to cover such a timely topic. I recently joined womenanglers.us as a guest writer, and it could not be a better topic to start out with. My favorite topic of course is anything and all things related to turkey hunting, with deer hunting a close second. How turkey hunting relates to Valentines Day will be revealed as I relate it to my own life and experiences.
This year like many couples, my wife Lee and I will celebrate the holiday with a special dinner event in town. We recently built a log home, and have chosen to make that our big gift to each other for many holidays to come. We don’t go out much since we built our house, so a night on the town is truly a special event.
I got to thinking about it, and this Valentines Day is much more like other days in the year. Hunting seasons as they come and go, are more days together than days apart. Much like Valentines Day, we celebrate and enjoy the time together, especially on opening days. Those opening days are always great experiences even though sometimes we return home with tags still in our pockets. When we first met back in 1997, Lee was not a hunter, nor all that interested in it. Over time, my passion for time spent in the turkey woods peaked her interest. The following year, Lee accompanied me on several hunts, and came to learn what I enjoyed so much of my time spent there. Although I have been successful, and generally fill my tags each season, it is not a non-stop blood fest. Kill, kill kill, is not my motto, nor the emphasis. I am happy that I was able to convey that to her. Over time, she has become a passionate hunter in her own right.
I would submit to you to share your time in the woods with family, loved ones, and especially your spouses. There is much to be shared and learned in the forests and fields. The only down side I have yet to find is that your hunting budget might double, but I would suggest that is money well spent. I am a fortunate man to be able to share so many days that are much like Valentines Day or in another perspective to have Valentines Day be much like most other days of the year.
© 2009 Mike Joyner- Joyner Outdoor Media.
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Friday, January 30, 2009
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Category: Sports
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 27, 2009
CNY Outdoor Author Live Interview and Book Signing
McGraw, NEWYORK– Joyner Outdoor Media announces mid winter live radio show appearance, and book singing event for McGraw, New York Author: Mike Joyner
Live Radio Interview
Joyner will be live on DirksOutdoors radio show this Saturday, January 31st, 7am -8am. The hour long interview will feature the Central New York author discussing his latest book: “Tales from the Turkey Woods.” Along with a discussion of the new book, the show will take calls from listeners, and give away copies of the book during the show.
DirksOutdoors radio show - WTBQ 99.1FM and 1110AM on Saturdays from 7am-8am
Listen live on the web at www.WTBQ.com
www.dirksoutdoors.com www.turkeywoods.com.
Book Signing Event
Author Mike Joyner will appear for a book signing event at the CNY Sportsmen’s Show Saturday February 7th, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Feb. 7 at the Oneida. Kallet Civic Center
Joyner will be on hand in support of his latest book -“Tales from the Turkey Woods”, and his first book -“Hills of Truxton” Books will be available at the show.
Other local authors will also be on hand for the event, including:
Bob Elinskas-“Adirondack Camps and Hunts
Bill Ingersoll -“Discover the Adirondacks”
Dan Ladd-“Deer Hunting In the ..Adirondacks”
Gary Lee- “Adirondack Birding"
Dave Henderson-“Modern Shotgunning” & “Shotgunning For Deer.”
About the Author....
Mike Joyner is a former president of the New York State Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation. The author of Hills of Truxton, he is currently working on a collaboration with Paul Walling entitled, Father and Son: A Life’s Journey Together in the Turkey Woods and a fourth book entitled, Empire State Limb Hangers. He spends his spare time finishing a log home in McGraw, New York, where he lives with his wife
For more information, contact Mike Joyner at 607.753.8420
mjoyner@turkey-talk.com
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Tuesday, December 09, 2008
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Category: Sports
50 Plus Deer Seasons, The Passing of a Good Man Under most circumstances, my outdoor column/blog is all about wild turkey or anything related to the sport of turkey hunting. I would like to share with you, something that is very personal and yet revealing of the human condition. I submit to you that you may take a step back and reflect on your own life and your families. This past Thanksgiving my father in-law Leroy Harrision Sr. had been taken ill a few days before, and passed away the day after the Holiday. Leroy lived with Crohn's disease for over four decades. That alone is a remarkable thing. Despite his affliction, he lived a full life, and was the rock of the family. This was made abundantly clear by his grandchildren and youngest son at his funeral. I met Leroy soon after I began dating his oldest daughter Lee Ann in 1997. As it always seems to be the case, it takes little time for any two hunters in the same room to figure out who hunts. The following year, Lee and I would accompany him the first two days of the Pennsylvania deer season. It became a tradition to come down for the thanksgiving holidays, and stay a few days extra to hunt the opener. Leroy loved to hunt, and our annual outing was looked forward to each season. I came to learn much about him during our hunts. Leroy was a steadfast and principled man. Family came first. The way he hunted was an extension of how he lived his life, not the other way around. For over 50 years he hunted a spot that he had picked out on the side of a mountain, and that is where you would always find him. Regardless of the weather or other circumstances, he would be on watch at his favorite tree. For ten years I spent opening day with Lee's father. This year was planned to be no different. I was hoping for one last time, as his medical problems had become more severe, and would limit his ability to make his way out on to the mountain. Having lost my dad to leukemia back in 1999, made my time out on the mountain with Leroy that much more important. Add that to the fact that he was a pleasure to take hunting, and easy to get along with. He was happy to just be out there, and the taking of a deer was only viewed as an added bonus to the experience. For the past decade I hunted with him, I never saw him comprise his values, ethics, or for that matter, any aspect of the hunt. It reflected the way he lived his life, and something I admire very much. As I finish out my season here in New York, I reflect back to those opening days spent with him. I suspect that I will recall those memories often while on a good deer watch………………………………………………mj
© 2008 Mike Joyner- Joyner Outdoor Media
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Tuesday, September 23, 2008
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Category: Sports
2008 NY Fall Turkey Season
The 2008 fall turkey season is just a week away, and a much anticipated event for the hard core turkey hunter. The fall turkey season is also a great time to introduce a youngster or adult new to the hunting sports. Fall turkey hunting lends itself to a variety of tactics and hunting styles.
Hunting from blinds along likely travel routes, or edges of field crops is one way to hunt for those that have limited walking abilities. A blind is ideal for youngsters new to the sport. If you like to walk, then fall turkey hunting is a definite plus. Looking for fall flocks can send you on long excursions to locate fall flocks, especially in large tracts of woods.
New York allows the use of dogs to track, locate, and bust up flocks of turkeys. If you enjoy working over a good hunting dog, then this is a style of hunting you need to try. Turkey dogs are a specialized dog that not only find and locate flocks, they bark at the break, chasing every bird until they fly. The dog then returns to remain quiet in a camouflage bag or at the owner's side, until a bird is shot and commanded to retrieve. We have a 9 month old Weimaraner that points and flushes grouse. We will find out how he likes turkeys this fall. More than likely, I will end up with the education rather than the dog.
From what I hear form other hunters, what I see during my travels and scouting, fall flocks will be spotty, and much dependant on where you hunt. Little over a mile from our property, we have been seeing three brood hens with roughly 25-28 poults of all shapes and sizes. Some folks are not seeing any at all, others are seeing flocks of hens without poults. Your scouting will be critical to filling tags this fall. Another factor is that many are reporting heavy mast crops. Once the first frost curtails the grasshoppers and crickets, the flocks will be harder to find. During years with abundant acorns, and other mast, turkey flocks have little reason to travel far until snow sets in. Once again, your scouting will be crucial. Your time to be scouting is now! Turkeys are in the fields after grasshoppers and crickets, and will give you an idea where to start.
Good luck this fall, and may your time in the turkey woods we safe and enjoyable
© 2008 Mike Joyner- Joyner Outdoor Media
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Thursday, September 11, 2008
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Category: Sports
By; Mike Joyner
Today is the passing of seven years since many lives were lost or turned inside out from the acts of senseless violence and terrorism. As I woke this morning, there it was, covered on the news, online in the blogs, and other internet news sources. I really did not need to be reminded of this day, as I thought about it the day before, and on other days without rhyme or reason. The horrific images that we saw live on whatever network you happen to be watching, etched the day into memory for all of us.
As an outdoor writer, my focus normally would be about hunting turkeys or maybe deer, sometimes just the splendor of sitting in the turkey woods. The fact that I can earn a good living as an engineer, and then pursue my passions as a hunter and a writer does not come without a price. It is a price that I do not have to pay. However, those that perished that day, and every man & woman that serves in our military, and served before us, pays that price. Whether you love, support or hate, loathe the current administration, we as a great people of this nation need to understand and appreciate what has been done, and what is currently done on our behalf.
Those that perished that day, died from a fundamental hatred of our ideals, and the prosperity we have as a nation. Prosperity and happiness is not true for every American, but the right to pursue that and whatever dreams we have is ingrained in our way of life. Those that serve our military, fight for each of us to continue pursuing our dreams, and our way of life. For that, they have my respect, and solemn gratitude.
Each anniversary of 9/11, my thoughts returned to two fellow NWTF members Cynthia Giugliano & Walter Weaver that we lost that day. A memorial webpage can be found at http://www.turkey-talk.com/9_11_01_memorial.htm. The memorial site is duplicated on the Cortland Limbhangers site, and the Salt City Long Spurs site (links on turkey-talk.com) As with all those lost that day, Cynthia & Walter's lives were cut tragically short.
I would ask of each of you that as you settle back in your thoughts sitting on a good deer watch or waiting on a flock of turkeys, that you give thought to those that serve us. In your travels I ask that you take the time to thank those that serve us, and continue to support what they do for their country.
© 2008 Mike Joyner- Joyner Outdoor Media
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Wednesday, September 10, 2008
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Category: Sports
The Custom Call Makers and Collectors Guild is Proud to Introduce the 2008/2009 Board of Directors and Officers
NORTH CAROLINA – The Custom Call Makers and Collectors Guild is proud to introduce the Board of Directors and Officers for 2008/2009.
The new roster of directors is as follows:
New Directors 2008-2011:
Don Clark- Sheridan, AR
Sarah Clark- Sheridan, AR
Mike Joyner*- McGraw, NY
Scotty Maddux*- Boaz, AL
Lee Youngblood- Selma, AL
Directors 2007-2010:
Dave Constantine- Durand, WI
John Purdue*- Dothan, AL
Tony Quarino*- Washaw, NC
Pat Strawser- Millersburg, PA
Directors 2007-2009:
Danny Ellis- Charlotte, NC
Rick Powell- Washaw, NC
*Vacancy filled thru election process.
Guild Officers:
Chairman: John Purdue
President: Mike Joyner
Vice President: Tony Quarino
Treasurer: Don Clark
Secretary: Sarah Clark
About the Custom Call Makers and Collectors Guild
The Custom Call Makers and Collectors Guild is a non profit 501(c)3 group dedicated to promoting the art & craft of making & collecting game calls. The Guild's purpose is to bring together call makers and collectors to share knowledge and promote the art of game call craftsmanship as well as preserving the history of game call use and manufacture.
For more info visit www.customcallmakersandcollectorsguild.org or www.ccmacg.com
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