Discover Nature with MDC at youth turkey hunt in Adair County

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KIRKSVILLE, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) invites youth to discover nature with a youth turkey hunt on April 6 at sunrise in Adair County. Participants must be age 11 to 15, hunter-education certified and attend a mandatory clinic from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. on April 5 at MDC Northeast Regional office in Kirksville. Pre-registration by April 3 is required.

The clinic will consist of turkey biology, habitat management, calling and decoying. Shotguns and ammunition will be available for youths to use on the hunt. They are also encouraged to bring their own shotguns.

“This is a great opportunity for those kids who want to get into turkey hunting but just don’t have a good spot to go yet, or maybe do not have anyone experienced to take them,” said MDC Outdoor Skills Specialist Rob Garver. “With a little luck, everyone will be able to have the success of taking a turkey home.”

The MDC’s Discover Nature - Hunting programs are an ongoing series of seminars designed to help both youths and adults learn the techniques, regulations and ethics involved with the state’s hunting activities.

The Northeast Regional Office is located just south of Kirksville on Highway 63.

For information or to pre-register call 660-785-2420, ext. 6507 or send an e-mail to Rob.Garver@mdc.mo.gov.