Are you looking forward to Spring, as nature comes to life and the morning air is filled with the sound of
turkey toms gobbling? If so, this workshop is for you! MDC staff is partnering with National Wild Turkey
Federation members to host a Spring turkey hunting clinic in Laclede County. Turkey hunting has a rich
tradition in Missouri, come learn from some local experts and increase your chances for a successful
harvest this Spring. The program will be hosted at the Laclede County Electric Cooperative auditorium
on March 19th from 6:30-8:30pm.
Topics covered in the program:
MDC’s efforts to ensure our wild turkey population remains healthy and the status of our
turkey population
* Biological and behavioral characteristics of Eastern Wild Turkeys
* Rules and regulations associated with spring turkey hunting in Missouri
* The importance of safety while turkey hunting
* Scouting and finding places to hunt
* Using various turkey calls to duplicate wild turkey language
* Other turkey hunting strategies
* Processing your harvest
The program is open to all skill levels from beginner to the experienced turkey hunter. Come and learn
skills and techniques to help you successfully harvest a gobbler this Spring! All registered participants
will receive a turkey call. All participants under the age of 11 must be accompanied by an adult. For
additional information or questions contact Lyle Whittaker (417)895-6880 Ext. 1644 or email
Lyle.whittaker@mdc.mo.gov