Wild turkey hunting is perfect for beginner hunters





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Introduce a youth, friend, family member, or neighbor to hunting with a spring turkey hunt
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5 Reasons a wild turkey hunt is the perfect opportunity for beginner hunters: 

* *Turkey hunting is interactive.* Calling in a tom turkey and chatting with them is often cited as a turkey hunter's favorite experience. Nothing gets your heart pounding like a tom's mighty gobble.
* *Spring turkey hunting season is much warmer than many other hunting seasons. *A challenge for hunters (new and seasoned alike) can be cold weather. Soak up the sun and enjoy hunting in spring and summer-like conditions.
* *Lots of opportunity across the state.* Wild turkeys are abundant in Maine and there is lots of opportunity throughout the state, making it easier to find a location close to home. Chat with a local landowner [ [link removed] ] to gain permission to hunt on their land and learn about turkey activity on their property. Or hunt on a Wildlife Management Area [ [link removed] ]. 
* *Turkey meat is easy to prepare and delicious. *The small size makes it the easiest big game species to prepare for the dinner table. Try this wild turkey burger with fresh dill, bacon, and a secret sauce. [ [link removed] ] 
* *Requires less gear.* Dark clothing and/or camo and a pair of hiking boots is all one needs to join the hunt! If the beginner hunter is interested in shooting, add a shotgun and shotgun shells to the list. Blinds are recommended for beginner hunters who are less used to sitting still and a simple turkey call may make the hunt more interactive. 

So what are you waiting for...

*Youth Spring Wild Turkey Hunting Day is Saturday, April 26, 2025 and the season opens to all hunters from Monday, April 28 - May 31, 2025. *Invite your niece or nephew, your child, your neighbor, your coworker, your friend... Many people are interested in learning to hunt, but may not know how to get started or feel comfortable asking. 


* Hunters under age 16 can get started with a Junior Hunting License (hunter safety is not required until age 16), learn more about junior hunting license requirements [ [link removed] ]. Junior Hunting Licenses include turkey permits. 
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Those 16 years of age and older wanting to hunt with an Adult Hunting License must complete a hunter safety education course [ [link removed] ] online or in-person before purchasing a hunting license and turkey permit. An Apprentice Hunter License is also another option for adult hunters. Learn more about Apprentice Hunter Licenses [ [link removed] ].

 Thanks for sharing your passion with the next generation of conservationists. 

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Maine Outdoor Programs

*Sign up for a *Next Step * Learn to Hunt Turkey Workshop*

Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife (MDIFW) offers Maine Outdoor Programs [ [link removed] ], providing hands-on learning experiences for all ages and skill levels. These programs help participants build and enhance skills in hunting, fishing, trapping, outdoor preparedness, and wildlife viewing in a supportive and engaging environment.



*Sign Up for a Next Step Learn to Hunt Turkey Workshop* [ [link removed] ]






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