Wild turkeys are one of Indiana’s most fascinating—and useful—wildlife species for landowners. Whether you enjoy hunting or simply like seeing them on your property, fall is the perfect time to create conditions that attract turkeys and keep them coming back year after year.
The first key to attracting turkeys is food. In the fall, they’re searching for acorns, grains, and leftover crops, so properties with oak stands or fields of corn and soybeans often draw flocks naturally. Adding a small food plot with clover or winter wheat can make your land even more inviting.
Shelter is just as important. Turkeys need woodlots for roosting and brushy areas for cover. Maintaining a mix of open fields, wooded areas, and edges gives them the diversity they seek. Access to fresh water—whether from streams, ponds, or man-made sources—rounds out the habitat.
By making your land more turkey-friendly, you not only improve your hunting opportunities but also enhance the overall health of your property’s ecosystem.
Ready to learn more about managing your land for wildlife? Contact one of our Indiana Land & Lifestyle agents today.
