Minnesota’s “Boss Tom” is strutting away.
Tom Glines recently announced he’s retiring after more than 30 years of gobbling on behalf of Minnesota’s wild turkey population and the state’s growing flock of turkey hunters. Glines is stepping down in mid-January as director of development for five states, including Minnesota, for the National Wild Turkey Federation.
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Ron Schara: Minnesota’s ‘Boss Tom’ about to step down from position with NWTF
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