DNR Needs Volunteers for Wild Turkey Production Survey

The Iowa DNR is looking for help with its annual wild turkey production survey.  

During the months of July and August, wild turkey sightings are recorded to estimate this year’s nesting rates and nest success. 

Annual population surveys conducted by the DNR are an important component of managing the wild turkey. Turkey populations can fluctuate annually across all regions of the state.  

The DNR says it’s easy to participate – just note the date and county in which the turkey was seen, if it was an adult female or adult male and if and how many poults (baby turkeys) were present. 

The survey is available online at https://www.iowadnr.gov/Hunting/Turkey-Hunting/Wild-Turkey-Survey.