By Shannon Lukens. (Photos courtesy Colorado Parks and Wildlife)

 

Young prospective turkey hunters can sign up to learn how to hunt wild turkeys in late April. It’s an organized hunt put on by Colorado Parks and Wildlife, April 28-30 northwest of Craig. It’s a camp out, with most of the camping gear provided by CPW. Details on how to apply are on our website. The application to apply is April 1.

 Craig Hunt Application can be emailed to Jeff Goncalves, Jeffrey.goncalves@state.co.us, or physically mailed to 795 Stout Street, Craig, CO  81625. For more information or questions, contact hunt coordinator Jeff Goncalves at 970-942-8443.

 

Here’s more from Colorado Parks and Wildlife; March 20, 2023.

 

Novice hunters can apply now for a chance to learn how to hunt turkey with CPW mentors

 

Craig, Colo. – If you are a true novice turkey hunter under 18 and want to learn how to hunt wild turkey, Colorado Parks and Wildlife encourages you to apply for a chance to participate in a turkey hunt this spring.

Prospective hunters must submit their application by April 1, 2023. The hunt will take place northwest of Craig on April 28-30. All youth are encouraged to apply; however, special consideration will be given to those that have never hunted, don’t come from a hunting family, or do not have the opportunity to learn from a mentor.

How To Apply:
All applications must include:

• The youth’s name, address and Hunter Education number.
• A parent or guardian’s contact information, including an email address and phone number.
• A short narrative explaining specifically why they should be selected for this special hunting experience and why hunting is important for conservation.
• Craig Hunt Application can be emailed to Jeff Goncalves, Jeffrey.goncalves@state.co.us, or physically mailed to 795 Stout Street, Craig, CO  81625.

Successful applicants will receive notification on or before April 5.

Successful applicants are required to attend a pre-hunt orientation accompanied by a parent, guardian, or mentor that must remain with the youth for the entire hunt. Colorado Parks and Wildlife will provide shotguns, ammunition, blinds and turkey calls. The hunt will be a “camp out” hunt and the majority of the camp gear provided by CPW including wall tents, cots, and meals.

“We could not do this without a great partnership with local landowners that provide their properties for these hunts,” said Goncalves. “We are very appreciative of what they do for these kids, and for the future of hunting in Colorado.”

For more information or questions, contact hunt coordinator Jeff Goncalves at 970-942-8443 or Jeffrey.goncalves@state.co.us.