A Conservation Success Story
Wild turkeys would have qualified as a "rare and endangered species" in Missouri 60 years ago. The state's turkey population dropped to fewer than 2,500 birds in 31 counties in 1952. Intensive conservation efforts led to the first turkey hunting season just eight years later in 1960. In 2006, Missouri hunters harvested over 69,500 turkeys.
Next Generation of Conservation
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Turkey Seasons
| Season | Open Date | Close Date | Bag Limit | Possession Limit | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turkey Spring |
Mon, Apr 21, 2008 | Sun, May 11, 2008 | See the Spring Turkey Hunting booklet for more information. | ||
| Turkey Archery |
Mon, Sep 15, 2008 Wed, Nov 26, 2008 |
Fri, Nov 14, 2008 Thu, Jan 15, 2009 |
Permits and regulations available in July | ||
| Turkey Fall Firearms |
Wed, Oct 1, 2008 | Fri, Oct 31, 2008 | Permits and regulations available in July |
Turkey Harvest Summary
Detailed information on turkey harvests - including high counties.
