Hunters are reminded Michigan’s spring turkey hunting application period is now open and will close Feb. 1
“If you are looking to hunt one of the limited-license turkey hunts, make sure to apply,” said upland game bird specialist Al Stewart. “If you’re looking for broader statewide options in your hunt, you may want to wait and purchase Hunt 234.”
The 2017 spring turkey season runs April 17 through May 31, with several different hunt periods to choose from. Regulations, season dates and hunt unit information is available by clicking here.
Hunt 234 licenses go on sale over the counter March 20, with no application required. Hunt 234 offers the most days to hunt, is valid May 1-31 and open statewide except on public land in southern Michigan.
"In Michigan, spring turkey season is a big deal,” said Stewart. “We're ranked seventh in the nation for turkey harvest, harvesting over 30,000 turkeys while providing a variety of quality hunting options.”
Now through Feb. 1, a $5 spring turkey application may be purchased anywhere hunting licenses are sold or online.
Hunters may purchase only one spring turkey hunting license.
Beginning March 6, applicants can check if they were drawn for a license at www.michigan.gov/turkey. Leftover licenses will be sold until the quota is met in each hunt unit and hunt period.
A base license, which is also a small game license, is required for every resident and nonresident who hunts in Michigan.
Read more about the license structure.