Learn Turkey Hunting from those who Love It

The Eastern Wild Turkey is known for its sharp eyesight, keen awareness, and complex social behavior. Learning to hunt them requires patience, preparation, and respect for the animal. Participants in our program will explore:

• The life cycle and seasonal patterns of wild turkeys
• How turkeys use habitat and terrain
• The differences between hens, jakes, and mature gobblers
• How weather, food sources, and breeding cycles influence turkey movement
• By understanding the “why” behind turkey behavior, hunters become more effective, ethical, and connected to the natural world.

Below is the schedule for the upcoming 2026 turkey hunting season on Ross Road, Fort Bragg and other sites.

1. Webinar – January 13^th (Tuesday, part 1); January 15^th (Thursday, part 2)
2. February 8^th (Sunday) Field Day at Fort Bragg shooting range with shotgun 11:00 -4:00. Mentors will be assigned to students if they have not already been assigned.
   All participants must conduct a Fort Bragg background check and register their weapon at the All-American Visitor Center 24hrs prior to this event.
3. Feb 28th Turkey scouting field day starts at 0800 on Fort Bragg, Ross Road, or Ball Road to consist of calling techniques and visual turkey sign.
4. March 28^th Turkey scouting field day on Fort Bragg from 0730 – 1200 and any other area’s the mentors may have.
   Meet at the Circle K at the corner of Hwy 87 and Vass Rd in Spring Lake, or at the mentor’s designated location.
5. April 11^th opening day for adult turkey hunting. Hunts on Ross Road, Ball Road, and Fort Bragg
6. May 9^th Turkey season closes.
7. May 15^th, send an “After Action Review” of the season to include pros and cons

The application period is closed.