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Hawkeye State hunters enjoy some of the finest turkey hunting in the nation, and prospects for the season ahead look great. In Iowa, eastern wild turkeys average around 20 pounds, with the some even running 25 pounds and larger! Iowa’s turkeys not only grow larger than do turkeys in many other states, but are typically more populous per square mile. There’s a mixture of timber, farm fields and grasslands across the whole southern half of Iowa that has proven to be extremely good turkey habitat. With all the cropland, nutrition is never an issue.
Turkey hunter success rates in this area are regularly 45 percent or higher, compared to other states. It’s safe to say that when it comes to hunting turkeys, it doesn’t get much better than this! Record numbers of birds and hunter-friendly license procedures - who could ask for more? Now is the time to call us at 513-477-6863 or contact us now to book your gobbler hunt in Iowa this spring.
BowhuntingWhitetails.com Iowa Hunting Tracts: |
Iowa Options |
Acres |
Timber |
Crops |
Water |
Elevation |
Pictures |
1-Henry |
82 |
30 |
CRP |
1 creek |
70 ft. |
View |
2 - Henry |
2000 |
800 |
1200 |
Numerous |
60-100 ft |
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3- DesMoines |
1000 |
400 |
600 |
5 creeks,
5 ponds |
60-100 ft |
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4- DesMoines |
150 |
60 |
40/50CRP |
1 creek |
90 ft. |
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Iowa Turkey Season Dates/Rates
Season Dates: |
Length of Hunt: |
Rate per hunter * |
April 7-9
(Youth-Residents only) |
3 day hunt |
$750 |
April 10-13
(Season 1) |
4 day hunt |
$750 |
April 14-18
(Season 2- Residents only) |
5 day hunt |
$750 |
April 19-25
(Season 3) |
7 day hunt |
$750 |
April 26- May 5
(Season 4) |
10 day hunt |
$750 |
May 6-14
(Season 4) |
9 day hunt |
$750 |
*Rates based on Zone 4 and a minimum of 2 hunters. Single hunter rates are $900 per season.
**Please note: You may check in at 12 Noon the day before your hunt to scout your site, and hunt through the last day. Clients then depart the next morning by 10 a.m.
Turkey Permit Information
Visit the Iowa Department of Natural Resources for wild turkey hunting and permit information.
Residents
Residents of Iowa can click here to get a spring turkey hunting application.
Non-residents
Non-residents of Iowa can apply for a spring turkey hunting permit by clicking here.
Turkey Checklist:
* Hunting license, turkey permit and habitat stamp, regulation book, maps
* Gun, shells, case / Bow, quiver, arrows, broadheads, case, release
* Camo clothing, rain gear, vest or cushion, facemask, gloves, hat, rubber boots
* Blind, decoys, turkey calls (slate, box or mouth), bug repellant
* Flashlight, binoculars and strap, camera, film, tripod, camcorder, GPS, weather radio, 2-way radio, alarm clock, extra rope, butcher supplies or kit, orange hat for while walking, turkey tote
* Personal supplies: soap and shampoo, toothbrush and paste, first aid supplies, ect.
* Food and cooler for lodging, drinks, snacks, fruit, vitamins
* Protein bars, water bottles
* Extra clothes, long john's, ect.
* Cell phone or calling card
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