The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today announced that Environmental Conservation Police Officers (ECOs) are offering youth ages 12 through 15 the opportunity to hunt turkey this spring during the St. Lawrence County Youth Turkey Hunt. The annual hunt with ECOs is a two-day event that starts with an educational portion held at the Norwood Rod and Gun Club.
What: St. Lawrence County Youth Turkey Hunt
When: Educational day - Sunday, April 13, at 11 a.m.; hunting day - Saturday, April 26
Where: Norwood-Norfolk Rod and Gun Club, 53 Cemetery Road, Norfolk, NY 13667
To participate, youth hunters must possess a New York State small game license and valid turkey tags. The event is free to participants and equipment will be provided if necessary.
The event is hosted by the Norwood Rod and Gun Club and sponsored by the National Wild Turkey Federation and the New York Conservation Officers Association. For more information on the event or to register, contact Lt. Troy Basford at (315) 265-2757 or ECO Ian Helmer at (315) 559-8503.
Individuals interested in participating in a sponsored turkey hunt or other mentored hunting opportunities can register for events in their area on the Hunt Fish NY Events page. Mentored and sponsored hunts are added weekly, especially during the late summer, so interested parties are encouraged to check back frequently.
