Strut Marks
The home for the audio format of the literary content found on www.strutmarks.com About Strut Marks: Raised in the pine plantations and river swamps of east central Mississippi, I was taught at an early age how to hunt, fish, and sustainably manage resources to allow for the continued enjoyment of all of God’s creation. I learned to not only enjoy, but to respect and love the game that I pursue in the field. I was raised in a culture of rich hunting heritage and the blood from multiple generations of dedicated turkey hunters courses through my veins. I harvested my first adult gobbler at the age of five which proved to be an experience that would, ultimately, go on to change the entire trajectory of my life. The pursuit of the wild turkey is something that I became passionate about at a very early age and is something that I remain most passionate about to this day. Looking back over a quarter of a century later, at the places visited across the United States, the friendships born and fortified, and the life lessons learned afield that the sport of turkey hunting has afforded me is incredible yet humbling to ponder. Years ago, I began putting some of these on paper to bring some of these experiences to life for others to enjoy. Strut Marks is a home for some of those. Stories from the field, mainly about turkeys and turkey hunting likely with some sprinklings of waterfowl hunting and retrievers, which are also near and dear to my heart. You may even find some gear reviews, as well. Thank you for visiting! Enjoy! Matt Persons
Episodes
May 24, 2022
May 24, 2022
31 min
A firsthand recount of the time that I spent with very unique, very special turkey. The story is lengthy, but powerful. I hope that you enjoy, I hope that my words paint the picture well enough to move you in some of the same ways that the experience did me, and most of all I hope that there is something that you find impactful and that you can take away from the recount of my time with "Slick."
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May 17, 2022
May 17, 2022
18 min
A special one from south Florida. This is one you do not want to miss!
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May 10, 2022
May 10, 2022
11 min
First turkeys are always very special experiences. Come enjoy this one from south Alabama!
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Apr 28, 2022
Apr 28, 2022
17 min
South Florida is a special place! Come along as we square off with an Osceola gobbler!
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Apr 25, 2022
Apr 25, 2022
15 min
Many experiences in life are only as valuable as the people they are shared with. Come along as a very special person gets her first taste of a special experience.
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Apr 22, 2022
Apr 22, 2022
13 min
Come along as my dad and I try to play a trick on one on April Fools day. You won't believe what happens!
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Apr 21, 2022
Apr 21, 2022
8 min
A morning in the river swamp where a good plan and a little luck put us in just the right spot. From spring 2020.
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Apr 20, 2022
Apr 20, 2022
4 min
A compilation of thoughts pulled together after 25 years of spring turkey hunting. From spring 2018.
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Apr 20, 2022
Apr 20, 2022
1 min
Hello! I am Matt Persons, creator of Strut Marks. This short introduction shares some insight into the content that you will find here. I certainly hope you enjoy. Thanks for listening!
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