Wild Turkey in Colorado and the Central Plains

About the Book

This book is designed to provide a region specific guide for the new, as well as the experienced hunter of Wild Turkey in Colorado and the surrounding states. There are unique differences when hunting these magnificent birds in the mountains and prairies of Colorado and the west. I have included a portion on the development of habitat for the small landowner, focusing on food plots, winter shelter, and other critical habitat issues in these areas. The addition of a predator control section is designed to assist managers with other habitat concerns.

About the Author

J. Michael Geiger developed his love for wildlife management while hunting ducks along the South Platte River, as a child, near Orchard, Colorado with his father. He attended the University of Montana, majoring in Wildlife Management and Biology. After service overseas in the U.S. Air Force, he completed college with a degree in Business Management and Marketing at the University of Colorado, Denver. He and his wife lease their land along the South Platte River to waterfowl hunters, with the condition of habitat development. Under their direction, the property hosts several dozen nesting structures for Wood Ducks and geese, as well as half a dozen quail nest structures. They also have developed approximately fifteen acres of restricted natural habitat, including food plots for Wild Turkey, Quail and White Tail deer.