Turkey Hunting Seasons
During both Spring and Fall seasons, you must report taking a turkey within 7 days, via the DECALS Online Harvest Reporting system or by calling 1-866-426-3778.
View information on the Youth Wild Turkey Hunt.
Canadian Hunters - See rules for importing firearms for hunting.
Spring turkey hunters are needed for the ruffed grouse drumming survey.
Read the turkey hunting regulations before heading afield.
| Regular Spring Season | Spring Youth Turkey Hunt | |
|---|---|---|
| Hunting Hours | One-half-hour before sunrise to noon | One-half-hour before sunrise to noon |
| Area Open | All of upstate New York north of the Bronx-Westchester County boundary |
All of upstate New York north of the Bronx-Westchester County boundary plus Suffolk County |
| Season Dates | May 1 - May 31 | April 23 - 24, 2022 |
| Season Bag Limit | Two bearded turkeys (one bird per day) | One bearded turkey |