Public Land Turkey Hunting in Otsego County

[mike35mmnut]

I have been turkey hunting now for 4 years.  I am lucky enough to have 52 aches of my own out my backyard and I do have some good birds there but the roasting areas are off my land and it can be tricky to get them.  The last few years the population seems to be down and I am looking for a backup plan.

 

I went with my boys today to drive around both Plainfield and Exeter State Forest in the Otsego County.  Plainfield looked a little more promising but is further.  I did see some spots that might be good in both, but I was wondering if anyone had any experience with either or any other public land in Northern Otsego or Southern Herkimer County.  I am looking for a good backup most likely for weekdays.

 

Thanks

 

Mike

[maytom]

Never hunter that county before, but from what I have heard they do have a lot of birds there!!! Might want to stop and ask for permission on some private land as well, you never know?