Top 5 May Turkey Hunting States
Posted 2019-04-22T05:00:00Z
Some Northern States Offer Later Spring Gobbler Seasons
Southern turkey hunters get an early start on the rest of the country, often beginning their spring season in March.
Up North, chances are some snow still covers the ground. Gobbler chasing often doesn't begin until late April or early May. In other parts of the country, it starts early enough, but keeps going, and going, and going . . .
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Look, let's be honest, you probably don't think of Maine when the words turkey hunting come to mind. Lobster, yes. Moose, for sure.
Fact is though, the Pine Tree State offers up some of the best spring gobbler chasing in the country.
Last day: June 1, 2019.
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Nebraska turkey hunting can include April spring snow and warm late-season May days.
Merriam's. Rio Grandes. Easterns. Hybrids.
Last day: May 31, 2019.
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As with Nebraska, Wisconsin turkey hunting might sometimes include snow; sometimes sun; sometimes a mix of sun and snow.
It's arguably not only one of the top May turkey hunting states but one of the best in the country. Just ask Realtree.com waterfowl editor Brian Lovett (a hardcore wild turkey hunter, too).
Last day: May 28, 2019.
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Kansas gets hunted hardearly and often. Depending on where you plant your turkey vest seat, mature gobblers may be scarce; or plentiful.
Some authorities limit mention to Rios, Easterns and hybrids. You'll find all of them here. Then again, some Sunflower State hunters will tell you they've taken a white-tipped tail fan before. Merriam's wander too.
Last day: May 31, 2019.
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Pennsylvania turkey hunters are among the most serious in the country.
As a result, Keystone State spring gobblers feel some pressure, especially early on.
April 27, 2019 is the statewide season opener.
Legal shooting is one-half hour before sunrise until noon; but only until mid-May.
From May 13, 2019 until the final day (please see below), hours are one-half hour before sunrise until one-half hour after sunset. Fewer hunters. Leisurely naps in the woods. Nesting hens. Roaming gobblers.
Last day: May 31, 2019.
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