Missouri turkey hunters can apply online during February for 2021 spring turkey managed hunts.

MDC says due to limited hunter-education classes and classroom sizes from COVID-19 restrictions, MDC has suspended hunter-education requirements for youths applying for spring manage turkey hunts. Youths who do not have hunter-education certification must hunt in the presence of a hunter who is certified in hunter education.

The spring turkey hunting youth portion will be April 10 and 11 with the regular spring season running April 19 through May 9.

Applications will be accepted through the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) website at mdc.mo.gov/springturkeyhunts. MDC says managed-hunt details and application procedures are outlined on the webpage. Drawing results will be posted starting March 15.