No Smoke Hardcover – March 19, 2026

NO SMOKE is the definitive guide to bowhunting wild turkeys—told by two of the men who helped popularize the sport.Drawing on more than seven decades of combined experience, distinguished archer and guide Art Helin and archery innovator Keith Beam take readers deep into the tactics, equipment, and hard-earned lessons behind consistently killing turkeys with a bow. From the birth of the hub-style ground blind to shot placement measured in inches, this book strips away myths and replaces them with practical, field-tested truths.This is not a surface-level how-to. NO SMOKE explains why turkeys see the way they do, how they react to movement and pressure, and what separates close encounters from filled tags. Readers will learn how to set blinds that disappear, place decoys to control a gobbler’s approach, read a turkey’s body language, choose effective archery setups, and make calm, lethal decisions when the moment of truth arrives.Blending instruction with unforgettable real-world stories, the authors share the wins, the mistakes, and the moments that only happen when a strutting tom is standing within striking distance. Along the way, they highlight the roles of mentorship, innovation, and respect for the animal—values that have guided their careers and shaped generations of hunters.Whether you’re a seasoned bowhunter, a first-time turkey archer, or someone fascinated by the evolution of hunting strategy and gear, NO SMOKE delivers hard knowledge, honest perspective, and a front-row seat to one of the most intense pursuits in the outdoors.This is bowhunting turkeys, explained without fluff—and without smoke. Read more