INDIANA – If you were not successful in drawing a reserved hunt spot for the 2022 spring turkey season, there are still opportunities to get out and hunt on Indiana’s public lands. One of those options is standby draws.
Here’s how they work:
Fish & Wildlife areas (FWAs) often allocate spring turkey hunting opportunities through a reserved hunt draw. Hunters drawn for a reserved hunt must claim their spots daily by a certain time each morning, or that hunting opportunity will be included in the standby draw. Non-reserved hunters who hold a valid turkey hunting license and game bird stamp may sign up for a standby draw each morning for a chance at one of the unclaimed spots. Remember, these spots can only be claimed in person, and there is no guarantee there will be openings available. Hunters interested in participating in turkey hunt standby draws should contact the property they wish to hunt for more information regarding draw times and procedures.
Spring wild turkey season begins for adult hunters on April 27 and continues through May 15. Youth season for spring wild turkey hunting is April 23-24. Hunters need a valid turkey hunting license and game bird habitat stamp to participate.
Find the Where to Hunt Map, regulations, spring harvest data, processing videos, and more on the Department of Natural Resource website.
