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My name is Ben Heckler, my passion for nature and the wild things that live in it started when I was 3. It all began on a little dock in Tuckerton, New Jersey fishing with my father. From there I would take up bass fishing with my buddy Brody and his father near our home town in Pennsylvania. At 16 I took up hunting with my own mentors Andrew and Evan. Evan has fueled my passion for turkey hunting by masterfully calling in a Tom turkey through crowded public woods as if it were on a string. Since then, he has helped me with my calling and though I may not be as good as him I’m comfortable enough to go out on my own. I was lucky enough to find my Evan, and I hope we can help you find yours!
With the help of my wife Elysa, we are creating this website to be part of the change that we want to see in the world. If it wasn’t for the mentors in my life, I would not be able to do all the great things that I enjoy. The website is a way of creating that virtually for you all. We want our legacy to be one of education and commitment to sustainability.This website is our way to make a positive impact on the world around us and we will be donating a percentage of all of our revenue to a variety of conservation groups of which many I am a member.

The Ultimate Learning Platform for Outdoor Enthusiasts

Expert Mentors: Learn from top hunters and callers

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Flexible Lessons: Train at your own pace, from anywhere.

Flexible Lessons: Train at your own pace, from anywhere.

Secure Video Calls & Chat: Connect directly with your mentor

Secure Video Calls & Chat: Connect directly with your mentor.

Diverse Offerings: Lessons for duck, goose, turkey, and more

Diverse Offerings: Lessons for duck, goose, turkey, and more!

Support Conservation: A percentage of revenue goes to conservation efforts.

Support Conservation: A percentage of revenue goes to conservation efforts.

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