Spring Gobbler Season
Bag Limit
One per day, bearded turkeys only. Hunters may take one, two or three bearded turkeys depending on how many turkeys were taken in the fall season.
Seasons: Statewide
April 14-May 5:
One-half hour before sunrise until 12 noon each day.
May 7-May 19:
One-half hour before sunrise to sunset.
April 7: Youth Spring Turkey Hunt
One-half hour before sunrise to 12 noon.
Youth hunters (resident or nonresident) must be 15 years of age or younger to participate.
Youth hunters between the age of 12 and 15 must have appropriate valid hunting licenses. Hunters under the age of 12 are not required to have a license, but they must be accompanied by a licensed adult.
All youth must be accompanied and directly supervised and within sight of an adult. Adult hunters accompanying youth must possess a valid Virginia hunting license (or be exempt from purchasing a hunting license); may assist with calling; and shall not carry or discharge a firearm.
Legal Methods and Restrictions
Modern firearms
Archery tackle
Muzzleloading firearms
Decoys and blinds may be used
Unlawful to use electronic calls
Unlawful to use dogs during spring gobbler season
Unlawful to use or have in possession any shot larger than number 2 fine shot during spring gobbler season (See Legal Use of Firearms and Local Firearms Ordinances for details.)
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