Woodhaven Real Hen

The trough-style design is engineered to create a specific acoustic chamber that enhances resonance and volume. This shape helps the call produce the distinct, raspy two-tone yelps that are often difficult to achieve with flatter, standard box designs.

Yes, this call is very user-friendly. Because it is a manual box call, you simply need to stroke the lid across the side of the box to produce sound, making it much easier to learn than mouth calls or friction pots.

Like most wooden box calls, the lid and the side of the box will need to be kept clean and dry to maintain friction. You should apply a light coat of chalk to the contact surfaces periodically to ensure the call continues to produce consistent, raspy sounds.

While it excels at producing loud, raspy yelps to cut through wind or distance, it is also capable of subtle, soft clucks and purrs. The key is to use a lighter, slower stroke on the lid to control the volume and tone.

Cherry wood is a popular choice for box calls because it offers a balanced, medium-hard density. This produces a sound that is neither too sharp nor too dull, resulting in a very natural, realistic tone that mimics a live hen effectively.