MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — Spring turkey season numbers are up, according to the DNR.
Hunters registered more than 47,700 birds this year, that’s about 9% above the five-year average. This season marks 50 years since wild turkeys were reintroduced to the state, and today they’re found in all 72 counties. The DNR says mild winters, and strong nesting conditions are helping keep populations healthy and stable.
The season ran from mid-April through late May, with strong participation statewide. Looking ahead, the fall turkey season opens September 12.
More information on Wisconsin’s turkey hunting seasons can be found on the DNR’s website.