Post by ridge on Apr 3, 2019 19:10:18 GMT -5
Just in time for the spring turkey hunt, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and the National Wild Turkey Federation will unveil a new Turkey Tracts location with an event at the Holly State Recreation Area Saturday, April 13, at 11 a.m.
The event, just before the April 22 spring turkey season opener, will feature DNR upland game bird specialist Al Stewart, representatives from the National Wild Turkey Federation and many others who have been actively involved in the Turkey Tracts program.
Those who would like to attend the kickoff event are asked to RSVP to DNR-Wildlife@michigan.gov by April 12. Directions to the event are below.
Turkey Tracts are unique turkey hunting areas across the Lower Peninsula that provide great hunting opportunities for a variety of hunters, including youth, adults new to the sport and seniors.
The Holly Turkey Tract – over 300 acres with many miles of hunter walking trails, located on the Holly State Recreation Area off Jossman Road – will be open to turkey hunting this spring. Additional locations are available at Allegan, Barry and Flat River state game areas.
"Picture a youngster learning the sport of turkey hunting by meandering through a Turkey Tract with a mentor, or someone with mobility issues having an opportunity to get deeper into the woods by following one of the rustic trails," said Art Pelon, National Wild Turkey Federation Michigan State Chapter president. “Turkey Tracts is a great new initiative that promotes hunter recruitment and also bridges that important gap between hunters, local communities and businesses.”
Part of the Turkey Tracts initiative's aim is to help link hunters with area businesses. Many turkey hunters seek out supplies and accommodations, and businesses can benefit by encouraging hunters to visit their communities. Several area businesses are offering discounts when hunters come in with a picture of themselves with a Turkey Tracts sign.
Businesses interested in connecting with hunters and offering discounts can contact Ryan Boyer at 231-878-5131.
“Turkey hunting is eagerly anticipated every spring and is a popular fall activity,” said Russ Mason, DNR Wildlife Division Chief. “It is an important part of Michigan’s outdoor culture and a key activity for recruiting new hunters."
Directions to the Holly Turkey Tracts site:
Take I-75 to the Grange Hall Road Exit (Exit 101), go east on Grange Hall Road to McGinnis Road (Holly Recreation Area), then east on McGinnis Road to Jossman Road and north on Jossman Road to the first parking lot on the west side.
Michigan’s spring turkey season starts Monday, April 22. If you haven’t gotten a license yet, you still have a chance to hunt in both April and May – check out the list of available licenses here. Brush up on turkey hunting rules in the Spring Turkey Digest.
Spring turkey hunting licenses are $15 and available anywhere DNR licenses are sold or online at eLicense.
The event, just before the April 22 spring turkey season opener, will feature DNR upland game bird specialist Al Stewart, representatives from the National Wild Turkey Federation and many others who have been actively involved in the Turkey Tracts program.
Those who would like to attend the kickoff event are asked to RSVP to DNR-Wildlife@michigan.gov by April 12. Directions to the event are below.
Turkey Tracts are unique turkey hunting areas across the Lower Peninsula that provide great hunting opportunities for a variety of hunters, including youth, adults new to the sport and seniors.
The Holly Turkey Tract – over 300 acres with many miles of hunter walking trails, located on the Holly State Recreation Area off Jossman Road – will be open to turkey hunting this spring. Additional locations are available at Allegan, Barry and Flat River state game areas.
"Picture a youngster learning the sport of turkey hunting by meandering through a Turkey Tract with a mentor, or someone with mobility issues having an opportunity to get deeper into the woods by following one of the rustic trails," said Art Pelon, National Wild Turkey Federation Michigan State Chapter president. “Turkey Tracts is a great new initiative that promotes hunter recruitment and also bridges that important gap between hunters, local communities and businesses.”
Part of the Turkey Tracts initiative's aim is to help link hunters with area businesses. Many turkey hunters seek out supplies and accommodations, and businesses can benefit by encouraging hunters to visit their communities. Several area businesses are offering discounts when hunters come in with a picture of themselves with a Turkey Tracts sign.
Businesses interested in connecting with hunters and offering discounts can contact Ryan Boyer at 231-878-5131.
“Turkey hunting is eagerly anticipated every spring and is a popular fall activity,” said Russ Mason, DNR Wildlife Division Chief. “It is an important part of Michigan’s outdoor culture and a key activity for recruiting new hunters."
Directions to the Holly Turkey Tracts site:
Take I-75 to the Grange Hall Road Exit (Exit 101), go east on Grange Hall Road to McGinnis Road (Holly Recreation Area), then east on McGinnis Road to Jossman Road and north on Jossman Road to the first parking lot on the west side.
Michigan’s spring turkey season starts Monday, April 22. If you haven’t gotten a license yet, you still have a chance to hunt in both April and May – check out the list of available licenses here. Brush up on turkey hunting rules in the Spring Turkey Digest.
Spring turkey hunting licenses are $15 and available anywhere DNR licenses are sold or online at eLicense.