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The concerns about states closing public hunting areas or seasons makes me think we need a thread for information on any of that sort of thing that might be happening around the country.  If you know of closures or any information that might be of value to other hunters that might be headed your way, please share.

Here in New Mexico, as far as I am aware as of March 17th, there are no plans in the works to close areas or seasons,...at least I have not seen anything.  ...Will update if any concerns arise. 

Definitely something we are all dreading with seasons opening an trips planned. This is a great topic to start given the current situation.

Closing of state lines are possibly a bigger concern for those who hunt multiple states.

I understand Illinois closed all state lands, even the forests.  If anyone if thinking of hunting public there please check into that.

Ogala Sioux Reservation in Kyle, SD has closed it's land to outside personnel.  The tribal council made this decision over the weekend.

Today I received an Email from the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) that said they will not be closing any hunting or fishing seasons or state lands due to the Coronavirus. It said that during this time the outdoors are a good outlet for individuals and that there is no better form of "social distancing" then the outdoors. I was glad to hear that from the TWRA  has I was worried that it could happen. I tried to download the email attachment and post it with this but was unable to. Good luck to the rest of you and stay safe.

100% confirmed that ALL Illinois state land  is closed until further notice. No information on if it will affect hunting seasons or not with opening day being April 13th and youth season the 2 weekends before. From what I could gather from the media, the shutdowns for restaurants, bars and other establishments are only supposed to last for 14 day or 2 weeks. So fingers crossed it's the same for state land

My in-laws live up in Illinois and they own a couple small diners in Manteno and Kankakee, completely sucks for them and their staff. They texted me and were telling me about the state land shut down. Still doesn't make sense toe why they would shut it down, it is not like you are surrounded by people while fishing or hunting.

No land access restrictions in AZ yet. They just canceled next weekends annual game & fish sports show.

Rosebud Sioux Game and Parks, hunts are canceled

Florida south zone is open now.  Rest of State due to open Saturday.  At this minute everything a go.  Crazy times.  Nothing will surprise me anymore.  If you are coming from out of state and aren't here already here that may be the problem.  Good luck to everyone.

If anyone thinks "closing" public land to turkey hunters is actually going to stop them, I've got some ocean front property in Missouri to sell them.  Good luck enforcing that. 

South Carolina remains open and to my knowledge will continue to be open.  Does not make a lot of sense to close down an activity that involves a couple people at most in the woods.

Quote from: Tail Feathers on March 18, 2020, 12:28:11 AM
I understand Illinois closed all state lands, even the forests.  If anyone if thinking of hunting public there please check into that.

Forest is open. Corp ground is open. Only effecting state owned property. If everything opens at the end of March,only a few youth hunters will be effected. 

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If agencies read the threads on these forums that cry about overcrowded public lands during hunting season, they'd have to believe that it's shoulder to shoulder. 

What I'm getting from my FWC contacts is that WMA closings are rumors. They're open for turkey season. There are some state parks and other places closing though. Bubba.

I heard from a source with close ties to FL FWC that FL will not close their public lands.  They will be taking other measures, porta potties will be removed to prevent disease spreading by contact and bird checks will be on-line only.  Camping will still be allowed.
A quick check does not show any of this on their website so keep an eye on that for any changes.

Quote from: Gooserbat on March 17, 2020, 11:49:50 PM
Closing of state lines are possibly a bigger concern for those who hunt multiple states.

This crossed my mind as well...

Quote from: rakkin6 on March 18, 2020, 02:02:38 AM
Today I received an Email from the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) that said they will not be closing any hunting or fishing seasons or state lands due to the Coronavirus. It said that during this time the outdoors are a good outlet for individuals and that there is no better form of "social distancing" then the outdoors. I was glad to hear that from the TWRA  has I was worried that it could happen. I tried to download the email attachment and post it with this but was unable to. Good luck to the rest of you and stay safe.

I saw this post! That's great! Hope other follow the same.

This is the email from the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA).


as many schools, churches and offices are closing due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we remind all Tennesseans that the great outdoors remains open as usual and more inviting than ever. March and April usually bring some excellent fishing opportunities. Also, turkey hunting will kick off March 28th with the statewide youth season, and April 4th for everyone else.

What better way is there to practice 'social distancing,' as health authorities recommend, than to seize the opportunity to get outside and enjoy Tennessee's natural resources. The recommendation is to stay 6 feet or more away from others as you head outside.

Places that are open for you to get outside and enjoy some sunshine:

Boat ramps

Family fishing lakes

Statewide Bank Fishing

Wildlife Management Areas

Select Shooting ranges on WMAs (only unstaffed shooting ranges are open)



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The headquarters and field offices will remain open with limited staffing until further notice. In addition, scheduled public events through April are being canceled/postponed. These include any in-person hunter education classes, boating education classes, public staff shooting ranges, the National Archery in the Schools state tournament, and Commission meetings.

There are no plans to limit turkey season, which opens statewide April 4. Public land hunts and quota hunts will be opened.

Many TWRA staff will continue serving the sportsmen and sportswomen of Tennessee by working remotely.

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Florida has announced some campground closures, but the lands are still open for now.

Check here: https://myfwc.com/recreation/notices/ (https://myfwc.com/recreation/notices/)

https://www.sfwmd.gov/news/camping-suspended-sfwmd-land-60-days-reduce-spread-covid-19

I believe this will be the campgrounds in the WMAs. From what it say's if you're already camping you can stay until Monday.
Florida is kind of screwy when it comes to WMAs and hunting. FWC only runs the hunting on them The Water Management Districts operate the properties. So you can still hunt but you'll have to camp someplace else. Bubba

Quote from: davisd9 on March 18, 2020, 08:15:22 AM
South Carolina remains open and to my knowledge will continue to be open.  Does not make a lot of sense to close down an activity that involves a couple people at most in the woods.

Noooo!!!! Tell them all WMA is closed until further notice. Especially to all NC residents

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I have tickets to fly back East and hunt my Dad's family's farm in S MD. Been looking forward and prepping all year. Gonna be pretty crushed if they shut down interstate travel or something.

I work in oil and gas. On the plus side this $25 a barrel oil might mean I have the turkey season off as well as fishing season and the foreseeable future....


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No State Land "Closures" I have seen in WI, State DNR did shutdown the Lean to Hunt Turkey Program though, I have already contacted my hunter and she will be out with me during regular season.


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They've closed all WMA Campgrounds. Hunting still remains open for now. Bubba

Rather than closed public land, I think the greatest threat to the season will be closures/restrictions on travel, be it inter or intrastate.

So the top 3 chit hole states in the Union are closed but....California,#1 chit hole,governor changed the wording and the construction on the NFL stadium continues. In my chit hole state of IL,#3 on my list, liquor stores are deemed essential and stay open.

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Not turkey related but some counties and cities in Florida are starting to close boat ramps. I'm thinking all recreational opportunities will be closer by the end of the week. Bubba

I'm in Idaho and have not heard of closures here yet.  Maybe this Colorado policy will interest some. I contacted CO Parks and Wildlife about my hard to draw controlled spring turkey hunt I used my 6 preference pts. to get. I'm very pleased with their reply. I'm still hoping to use the tag but it will be a last minute decision in mid-April.

"Thank you for your email regarding your upcoming spring turkey hunt in Colorado. This is a time of uncertainty for us all, but Colorado Parks and Wildlife will be doing all we can to accommodate customers impacted by the outbreak. For the 2020 spring turkey season, we will be waiving the 14-day minimum requirement to turn in one's spring turkey license for a refund as well as the $15 processing fee. We will also allow for refunds and restoration of turkey preference points for this spring season only.  Licenses will need to be postmarked and/or returned before the start of the season to be eligible.

Quote from: Bolandstrutters on March 18, 2020, 08:01:12 AM
If anyone thinks "closing" public land to turkey hunters is actually going to stop them, I've got some ocean front property in Missouri to sell them.  Good luck enforcing that.

it probably wont as far as your home state national forests and such. but If they do restrict travel and have the national guard assisiting on the roads...then yes it will stop people from traveling to hunt. good news is, with the talk of not arresting people for petty theft and drugs and possibly letting prisoners out of jail...I don't know what they would actually do to you if you were caught.

All SC lottery hunts cancelled due to governors order regarding state employees. WMA still open at this time but there are some public access sites closed. Some areas do indeed get heavy pressure and with lots of folks with time on their hands, work closings and school out, I'd expect heavier than normal
Public land use if it stays open, expect it will. On a side note and an example of increased pressure, during the economy downturn and under Obama you had to bring your own rock to stand on at many popular trout streams in the southeast. A fly shop owner complained to me about it even, said he had to holler at one fella that even birds on a wire know what too close is.

Quote from: THattaway on March 23, 2020, 01:36:12 PM
All SC lottery hunts cancelled due to governors order regarding state employees. WMA still open at this time but there are some public access sites closed. Some areas do indeed get heavy pressure and with lots of folks with time on their hands, work closings and school out, I'd expect heavier than normal
Public land use if it stays open, expect it will. On a side note and an example of increased pressure, during the economy downturn and under Obama you had to bring your own rock to stand on at many popular trout streams in the southeast. A fly shop owner complained to me about it even, said he had to holler at one fella that even birds on a wire know what too close is.

What part of SC do you hunt? I'm in Union county.

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Upstate, Laurens county. I've stomped a bunch of Union county public land.

I reside in Northern Illinois and this is whats going on.  All youth season and regular season turkey is open for private land ONLY.   No State land can be hunted at this time.  All our restaurants are closed for inside business. All bars closed. We are basically locked down to only stores for food, gas, and take out.  I went to the pizza place last night for our order.  We called when we arrived. They came out with our food, wearing gloves. Nobody allowed in their establishment. My sons birthday is today. It was so sad to be uneventful.  Be safe. God Bless.  AL

Quote from: THattaway on March 23, 2020, 03:42:03 PM
Upstate, Laurens county. I've stomped a bunch of Union county public land.

Awesome brother! I live in Enoree just across the bridge lol. I wouldn't doubt that I may know you.

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Quote from: Coroner01 on March 23, 2020, 05:03:26 PM
I reside in Northern Illinois and this is whats going on.  All youth season and regular season turkey is open for private land ONLY.   No State land can be hunted at this time.  All our restaurants are closed for inside business. All bars closed. We are basically locked down to only stores for food, gas, and take out.  I went to the pizza place last night for our order.  We called when we arrived. They came out with our food, wearing gloves. Nobody allowed in their establishment. My sons birthday is today. It was so sad to be uneventful.  Be safe. God Bless.  AL

Ah man, that sucks. I hope with all the precautions that everyone stays safe and healthy man. Good luck from SC!

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New Mexico

Santa Fe– As directed by Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham in response to COVID-19, the
Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department (EMNRD) is closing all New Mexico State
Parks effective Monday, March 16.
Scheduled events during this time have also been canceled in the interest of public safety. The
closures will expire April 9 unless extended. A law enforcement presence will remain in the park
to ensure the protection of natural resources.
Visitors with overnight camping reservations will be issued a full refund. To stay up to date on
additional announcements, visit the State Parks website.
In addition to canceling all large public events and avoiding large public gatherings whenever
possible, New Mexico health officials continue to urge New Mexicans to:
• Avoid all non-essential travel to affected out-of-state areas; and exercise extreme caution
with all out-of-state travel
• Remain home ("self-isolate") if you are sick and call the Department of Health at 1-855-
600-3453 if you are exhibiting any of the symptoms of COVID-19
o Those symptoms include fever, cough or trouble breathing
• And continue taking precautionary steps to protect your individual health, such as:
o Washing your hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds
o Clean "high-touch" surfaces daily with regular household cleaners
o Avoid sharing personal household items

A lot of Parks here are no hunting, plenty of BLM, state and national forest to hunt. Season starts the 15th so possibly no effect as far as that goes.

VA is still open on all WMA's/state lands and the George Washington and Jefferson National forest are still accessible to hunting.  Our trout heritage day has been cancelled and all trout stockings going forward will be unannounced, which won't change much as the stocking truck followers will still congregate, only in small groups of 10 or less per Gov. Northam's order, to wait on the stocking truck. 

Washington state closes fishing, camping and use of wildlife areas and water access sites.
Looks like close to a million acres?

I know this doesn't have anything to do with hunting, but they closing National Parks. Here is the article:  https://apnews.com/9cea10d86ecd951dcc2896e1c0531322

I'm forced to cancel my turkey hunting vacation to Colorado because of Trump Virus social distancing guidelines and travel restrictions.

Quote from: idgobble on March 29, 2020, 08:20:53 PM
I'm forced to cancel my turkey hunting vacation to Colorado because of Trump Virus social distancing guidelines and travel restrictions.

Just go, tell them you're required to hunt because you're efforts are ESSINTIAL for a thriving ecosystem.

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SC has cancelled all draw hunts on all properties.

There are a few WMAs that are closed so if you are coming to SC from out of state it is best to check first.

Again, some not all WMAs in SC are closed.

As far as I know the National Forests and most WMAs are open as expected.


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I just got word that Nebraska is no longer selling any non resident tags.

There goes my trip to Nebraska


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In Massachusetts its turkey season as usual. WMAs are open, most state parks that allow hunting are open,and the rest of private land are open. Just about all hunting lands are open, to both RESIDENTS and NON-RESIDENTS. Some solitude on a set up and a vocal gobbler is something we all need. Outside and in fresh air, best health boost I can think of! My very best wishes for all of you and your families!  :wagon:

Quote from: greencop01 on March 31, 2020, 02:11:41 PM
In Massachusetts its turkey season as usual. WMAs are open, most state parks that allow hunting are open,and the rest of private land are open. Just about all hunting lands are open, to both RESIDENTS and NON-RESIDENTS. Some solitude on a set up and a vocal gobbler is something we all need. Outside and in fresh air, best health boost I can think of! My very best wishes for all of you and your families!  :wagon:

Amen to that!


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Quote from: SCGobbler on March 30, 2020, 12:04:49 AM
SC has cancelled all draw hunts on all properties.

There are a few WMAs that are closed so if you are coming to SC from out of state it is best to check first.

Again, some not all WMAs in SC are closed.

As far as I know the National Forests and most WMAs are open as expected.


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Public land was dead Saturday for youth day. Not sure if people opted out of hunting or everyone leased land lol. Either way I hope tomorrow is the same way!

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I may be wrong but... I didn't think the WMAs opened in 1&2 until the 1st even if it was a youth day.


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I liken this my route truck driving days when the roads were covered with ice and snow, I wasn't worried about my driving, but rather all the idiots on the road.  I hunted Alabama last week. Never felt I was endangering myself, or anyone else. Stayed with my good friend and his wife. They're both retired so have limited contact with other people. The 4 counties I was in during the hunt, as of yesterday, still had no confirmed cases. I went inside exactly 3 businesses, 2 Dollar Generals, looking for TP to bring home, they were out, and a C-store for a bag of ice. Used 70% alcohol freely as a hand sanitizer EVERY time I touched anything another human might have. Payed at the pump, wore gloves, and if I got change at a drive through, I gave the coins an alcohol bath. In other words, taking the same precautions I am here at home. If I am able to hunt Kansas, which I normally do, I will have zero contact with another human, and sleep in my Jeep if I hunt multiple days. I would not go if I suspected that I even remotely might have been exposed. If everyone did this, I am guessing the turkey woods are possibly the safest place on the globe to be.


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Getting word that a most South Florida WMAs closing today. When I get the list I'll post. Bubba

https://www.sfwmd.gov/news/sfwmd-temporarily-closing-public-access-some-district-lands-protect-public-safety-reduce

That the website with the closures. Most of these the hunting is done with or there was no hunts on them at all. Two biggest surprises are the 2 Kissimmee ones. They have a couple more weeks of hunting.
I had a permitted hunt this past weekend. I've never seen so many hikers and bikers in a WMA before. Since these are pretty much the only thing open and no one at the gates anyone and everyone could come and go. I hate to think how turkey let got poached this season. Bubba

If anybody still planning on hunting FL, check the updates daily...some WMAs restricted, some open.
I am 0 for 3 on hunt days to date...small problem given what's going on in the world at the moment.

Gator spooked a gobbling tom at 80 yards Sunday of opening weekend.  Opener was dead as a rock for turkeys.  Went 1 day this weekend, had a hen and drumming tom scoot behind me on the edge of the burn...never saw them but they couldn't have been 15 yards behind me soft yelping and drumming.

Front blowing through today, maybe tomorrow's the day

WV has closed all National Forest Campgrounds, all State Park Lodges and camping areas.

No restrictions on Idaho hunting yet and I haven't heard about anything in Oregon yet (where I hunt, too) but look what they did in Alaska.   https://www.gohunt.com/read/news/alert-alaska-announces-closure-bear-hunts-statewide-due-to-covid-19?fbclid=IwAR1beilZaD2NdcPaNWrej_M3S_-NEJcZ_noYUfQRM5ivcIP7s3Bm2g5QvK4#gs.2lhsyy

Nebraska has closed to nonresidents, if you have a tag already you are still good to go but no additional tags for sale. KS is restricting certain states, they have the list on their website. Unfortunately mine made the list.

More states will close to NR I'm sure. I can't even hunt state owned ground in my own state. Glad I prefer fall turkey hunting. Should be great this fall.

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Guidelines and some states info.  https://gearjunkie.com/turkey-bear-hunting-season-covid-19?fbclid=IwAR2P18ERI1KlZRFXw6cJp2yXNuO6ZjW8yk3ABS2uAgiQwHU7D5k8Jg5rcaE

Quote from: greencop01 on March 31, 2020, 02:11:41 PM
In Massachusetts its turkey season as usual. WMAs are open, most state parks that allow hunting are open,and the rest of private land are open. Just about all hunting lands are open, to both RESIDENTS and NON-RESIDENTS. Some solitude on a set up and a vocal gobbler is something we all need. Outside and in fresh air, best health boost I can think of! My very best wishes for all of you and your families!  :wagon:

you have to consider that 90% of the country cannot even come to Massachusetts without traveling through new York .....so yal are fairly safe from the traveling turkey hunter at the moment.

4/4/20   The Idaho Fish and Game Commission adopted a rule that temporarily suspends the sale of several types of nonresident fishing and hunting licenses, tags, and permits effective immediately, lasts until rule repealed consistent with Idaho public health ordershttps://idfg.idaho.gov/press/nonresident-licenses-permits-and-tags-sales-temporarily-suspended-fg-commission ...

San Carlos Apache Reservation in AZ posted on their facebook page that they were canceling non tribal member turkey hunting and NO REFUNDS would be forthcoming. Pennywise and pound foolish on their part. Credit card companies have been notified. Res. won't win this one.

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San Carlos Apache Reservation in AZ posted on their facebook page that they were canceling non tribal member turkey hunting and NO REFUNDS would be forthcoming. Pennywise and pound foolish on their part. Credit card companies have been notified. Res. won't win this one.

Yeah, I'm not sure they understand the potential repercussions of just declaring they are keeping your money when they are the ones making the decision to cancel their hunt.  Even though they are sovereign, I believe they would not stand a chance of winning that one in a court of law. 

On the flip side, they also have the sovereign right to tell you that you cannot hunt on their reservation in the future if you make a stink about getting your money back.  If you cancel your payment (if that is even feasible), you may be put on their sh*t list and never get to hunt there again. 

Ultimately, you have to weigh the possible implications of making the decision to pursue it. 

Ohio has just been added to the list of suspending non resident license sales


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Live near the MN / WI border and plan to hunt both states with my son.   Plan to hunt in May and hope the stay at home orders are lifted by end of April.   Mix of private and public land.   I tend to kill many more on public land because I hold my private land spots for my kids or some private spots I have access to are youth only.

Most of my spots are 20 minutes or less from my house in both states.   60 miles is usually the furthest that I go ...   This year with the new relaxing of MN permit zones ... I was hoping to explore a little in different areas of the state late season.

With stay at home orders in place in both MN and WI ... I have refrained from scouting especially crossing state lines.

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Quote from: PalmettoRon on April 05, 2020, 05:01:36 PM
San Carlos Apache Reservation in AZ posted on their facebook page that they were canceling non tribal member turkey hunting and NO REFUNDS would be forthcoming. Pennywise and pound foolish on their part. Credit card companies have been notified. Res. won't win this one.

Yeah, I'm not sure they understand the potential repercussions of just declaring they are keeping your money when they are the ones making the decision to cancel their hunt.  Even though they are sovereign, I believe they would not stand a chance of winning that one in a court of law. 




On the flip side, they also have the sovereign right to tell you that you cannot hunt on their reservation in the future if you make a stink about getting your money back.  If you cancel your payment (if that is even feasible), you may be put on their sh*t list and never get to hunt there again. 

Ultimately, you have to weigh the possible implications of making the decision to pursue it. 


I've already made MY decision to never give them another nickel. I could care less what they do. Too many other good places to hunt without putting up with their nonsense. Hunted San Carlos many times unguided with excellent success, but I hunt multiple states every year, so I'm done. I don't blame them for closing the season, but stating on the phone that it's a lot of work to refund the money is very lame.

never mind

Quote from: PalmettoRon on April 05, 2020, 05:01:36 PM
San Carlos Apache Reservation in AZ posted on their facebook page that they were canceling non tribal member turkey hunting and NO REFUNDS would be forthcoming. Pennywise and pound foolish on their part. Credit card companies have been notified. Res. won't win this one.

Perhaps a better decision on their part would have been to honor already-purchased 2020 permits for the 2021 season.

Kentucky is no longer selling Non-Resident Turkey tags. If you have bought one you must Quarantine for 14 days When you enter the state.

Montana is closed to Nonresidents until at least April 24th.  See attachment.

Quote from: ChiefBubba on April 01, 2020, 07:38:33 AM
Getting word that a most South Florida WMAs closing today. When I get the list I'll post. Bubba

Hunters cant remember all that.

 Kansas is now on the list of suspending sales of non-resident licenses.

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I was about to buy my KS tag last night and didn't have the option to buy unless a NR landowner, so I knew this would be coming. Can anyone confirm that as of right now, South Dakota and Oklahoma are still selling to NR's?

Quote from: turkeyfool on April 10, 2020, 12:20:19 PM
I was about to buy my KS tag last night and didn't have the option to buy unless a NR landowner, so I knew this would be coming. Can anyone confirm that as of right now, South Dakota and Oklahoma are still selling to NR's?

Oklahoma's are available for purchase online and can be mailed to you, or you will have to wait until you get there to get them. If you're already on the road traveling, you could purchase them online to get them locked in, then get a reprint tag when you arrive if you're worried they will suspend them prior to you arriving in Oklahoma.

Just got my refund deposited into my account from my Nebraska tag.

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Here's the latest update list  http://www.turkey-talk.com/tblog/?p=1662 (http://www.turkey-talk.com/tblog/?p=1662)

Wisconsin Gov . Evers has directed the DNR to close 40 state parks, Forests, and recreational areas. Just an FYI for those coming to Wisconsin to hunt.
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All the WI state park closures are in the more heavily populated SE part of Wisconsin.    Certainly check your area, but as of Friday all turkey hunts remained on.   WI is a top 5 turkey state and it appears to show some balance here.

QuoteProperties closed to the general public remain open for turkey hunting. All access guidelines in place before the closure directive remain in place. Check individual hunting maps by property because hunting is restricted at certain times and in some areas of these properties.

MN and WI are pretty true to their hunting base and most everything remains "on" as long as people use their heads and have some patience at busier places (example: popular boat ramps).   It is when people show simple disrespect for the rules that the state or local authorities shut it down.

I will also note that essentially 100% of the first two seasons are WI residents only.  It is WI residents that get to hunt the state parks.   Typically the third or fourth season is when nonresidents get a change at a license via draw or over the counter.

Certainly still check! I know out of state hunters that came to hunt Wisconsin  the late periods and camped in the state parks. That's currently  a  NO for the parks listed.

Maryland is trying to minimize hunting without actually closing the season by using convoluted language and mixed messages to dissuade hunters. 

"During the stay at home order, recreational fishing, hunting, and crabbing, including intentional catch-and-release, in Maryland is prohibited. Engaging in these activities is permitted only if seeking sustenance for you or your family. No Maryland resident should be leaving their home unless it is for an essential job or reason, such as obtaining food or medicine, seeking urgent medical attention, or other necessary purposes."

I guess you have to carry a picture of an empty freezer or smoker to show you are seeking sustenance and not recreationally hunting

They've closed a few parks close to Baltimore and all primitive camp sites.

Oregon closed to non-res. hunters and fishermen after 11:59 AM Friday, 4/17.

Kentucky is closed to OOS hunters :o

4/28 update

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States with 14 day visitor quarantines remain much the same. Some are non relaxing some of the restrictions, and more to follow. Not looking great for out of state trios before seasons end for spring turkey, Fishing remains hopeful. updates for-Alaska, Illinois, Pennsylvania, Washington


http://www.turkey-talk.com/tblog/?p=1717 (http://www.turkey-talk.com/tblog/?p=1717)

Quote from: A5Oldschool on April 08, 2020, 03:14:35 PM
Kentucky is no longer selling Non-Resident Turkey tags. If you have bought one you must Quarantine for 14 days When you enter the state.

Just purchased my KY non-resident license and Turkey tag online.  That is at least one state that won't be able to stop me if this China virus mess continues into the 2021 spring season.  Now just need to score non-resident licenses for KS and NE but no online option available at this point in time. 

I suggest you guys get your non-resident licenses NOW in case they shut sales off like some states did last year!