Indiana Turkey Workshop Planned at Tri-County FWA

Indiana Department of Natural Resources 03.21.13

A turkey hunting workshop is scheduled for April 14 at the Tri-County Fish & Wildlife Area.

It will be from 1-4 p.m. at the property office, 8432 N 850 E, Syracuse.

Activities include turkey hunting tactics, equipment needs, cleaning and preparing after the harvest, safety, history and biology of the wild turkey, and field demonstrations. If time and weather allow, there will be shooting range opportunities.

The workshop is tailored to beginning turkey hunters, but all levels can gain valuable knowledge.

Drinks and light snacks will be provided.

The event is sponsored by Tri-County FWA, Indiana Conservation Officers, and the Land of Lakes Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation.

Indiana Department of Natural Resources

The Indiana Department of Natural Resources is the agency of the U.S. state of Indiana charged with maintaining natural areas such as state parks, state forests, recreation areas, etc. There are many divisions within the DNR and each has a specific role. The DNR is not only responsible for maintaining resource areas but also manages Indiana's fish and wildlife, reclaims coal mine ground, manages forested areas, aids in the management of wildlife on private lands, enforces Indiana's conservation laws, and many other duties not named here. According to the department's website, their mission is "to protect, enhance, preserve, and wisely use natural, cultural, and recreational resources for the benefit of Indiana's citizens through professional leadership, management, and education."