Brandon Lyddon, Conservation Agent
The regular Spring Turkey Season is open from April 17 through May 7. For turkey hunting regulations and safety tips refer to the spring turkey regulation booklet, which is at MDC regional offices, permit vendors, and on the MDC website at www.mdc.mo.gov.
The months of April and May in Missouri are prime time for hunting the most popular morel mushroom. The peak hunting period varies with soil moisture, temperature, and sunlight.
Where to look for morels is the big question and serious hunters will all have their own tried-and-true methods. Some of the more accepted advice is to look around dead or alive elm, ash, apple, and other types of trees. Many serious mushroom hunters have those “top secret” spots they go to year after year. It can be fun and more successful to have a mental list of favorite spots to check each spring, instead of wandering aimlessly.
To learn more about mushroom hunting, eating and preparing mushrooms, and how to identify poisonous mushrooms go to www.mdc.mo.gov. Mushroom hunting for personal use is allowed on conservation areas.
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