MALE- Breadt feathers are black tipped
FEMALE-Breast feathers are brown or buff tipped
The males usually have a beard on their chests. At some point it becomes obvious because of the plumage but the beard may be the easiest way to tell.
http://www.agfc.com/hunting/Pages/Huntin...
http://dnr.wi.gov/files/pdf/pubs/wm/WM02...
By examining their undercarriage and if they have a dick then it makes them male.