Spring turkey hunting clinic at Waterloo Recreation Area March 31

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- DNR NEWS -

March 14, 2018

Contact: Katie McGlashen, 734-475-3170

DNR offers spring turkey hunting clinic at Waterloo Recreation Area March 31

Woman and man dressed in camouflage, in the woods, holding a turkey they've successfully shot

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources Outdoor Skills Academy will offer a spring turkey hunting clinic at Waterloo Recreation Area’s Eddy Discovery Center in Chelsea Saturday, March 31, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Spring turkey season is a favorite around Waterloo Recreation Area. Join DNR Conservation Officer Dan Prince for a broad look at the basics of hunter safety, shotgun patterning, tactics and calling. Prince also will cover decoys, blinds and other tricks of a successful hunt. Waterloo staff members will share insider information on turkey habitat in the park and help participants map out a successful hunt.

Cost is $20, which includes lunch. 

Register online for the spring turkey hunting clinic. Registration is required by March 23. Cancellations must be made by March 26 in order to guarantee a full refund.

For more information, contact park interpreter Katie McGlashen at 734-475-3170 or McGlashenK@michigan.gov.

The Eddy Discovery Center is located inside Waterloo Recreation Area at 17030 Bush Road in Chelsea. A Recreation Passport is required for entry into the recreation area and the Saginaw River Boat Launch. 

The DNR Outdoor Skills Academy offers in-depth, expert instruction, gear and hands-on learning for a range of outdoor activities at locations around the state. Learn more about the Outdoor Skills Academy at michigan.gov/outdoorskills.

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Spring turkey hunting is a great Michigan hunting tradition. Learn the ins and outs of spring turkey hunting with a class at Waterloo Recreation Area March 31./

    The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is committed to the conservation, protection, management, use and enjoyment of the state’s natural and cultural resources for current and future generations. For more information, go to www.michigan.gov/dnr.