Whenever possible, you want to pay planners a fee for their knowledge and services. After all, that's how you pay other professionals. Plus, you want to know what services you will receive and how often you will be able to meet with them.

If you found turkeys last year, you'll likely find them in the same place this spring. Things are beginning to green up and turkeys are starting to hang out in those open areas.

I always encourage veteran hunters to try to take an adult. It can be a little more difficult, but it is a fun challenge.