Turkey Seasons & Regulations
Please note: Major regulation changes appear in RED
Wild Turkey Seasons |
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Daily limit 1; Possession and season limit 2, only one of which may be taken during the youth season. Note: For information on permit hunts for select Game Lands, refer to the “Game Lands” section. |
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Season Dates |
Additional Information |
Youth Season (Male or Bearded Turkey Only) |
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April 4 – 5, 2026 |
Youth under the age of 16 may hunt turkey statewide during this season, but some Game Lands require a permit (see “Game Lands” section). Each youth must have a Big Game Harvest Report Card and report harvests according to instructions in this Digest. License-exempt youth should report their harvest using a Big Game Harvest Report Card for License-Exempt Hunters. |
Statewide Spring Season (Male or Bearded Turkey Only) |
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April 11 – May 9, 2026 |
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Restrictions
It is unlawful to:
- Use any type of handgun or rifle to hunt wild turkey.
- Knowingly take wild turkeys from within 300 yards of any place in which bait has been placed. (An area is considered baited until 10 days after the bait has been consumed or otherwise removed.)
- Possess live wild turkeys or live birds that are indistinguishable from wild turkeys.
