For me this year was one of those throwbacks to pre-2020 hunting. Back when you could go to pretty much any random spot that looked good and at least hear a turkey. Last few years have been awful quiet.
Heard more this year than I have in quite some time and didn't even hunt half the days I did last year. The last few times I went I was hearing multiple birds, too. I'm hopeful that means the population is on the upswing in my area. Not saying it's that way everywhere as at this point it's clear to me that turkey populations can be a boom or bust thing depending on many factors. A good hatch changes things quick. Just my .02
