Hunter education classes have been postponed until at least April 24th, and that is leaving some hunters out in the cold during turkey season. For those over 18, the course is available online, but children are required to participate in Field Day. Those involve large groups with the itinerary comprised of hands-on activities as well as written exams. Conservation Warden Chris Kratcha says mentored hunts are the only way to let kids tag a tom until the “Safer at Home” order has been lifted.

Spring turkey hunting begins on April 15th with weekly sessions going until the end of May.