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

Open and Upcoming Seasons
Season Open Date Close Date
Turkey
Archery
Mon, Sep 15, 2008
Wed, Nov 26, 2008
Fri, Nov 14, 2008
Thu, Jan 15, 2009
Turkey
Fall Firearms
Wed, Oct 1, 2008 Fri, Oct 31, 2008

Turkey Harvest Summary

Detailed information on turkey harvests - including high counties.

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