MARQUETTE, Kan.— The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Kanopolis Lake will host its youth turkey hunt Saturday, April 2, 2016. This event allows hunters access to public lands managed by the Corps of Engineers including refuge and park areas usually closed to hunting.
Applicants, 15 years of age or younger, will be drawn and assigned to a specific hunting location. Hunters are required to have a mentor, 18 years of age or older with a valid Kansas hunting license, to assist the youth during the hunt. If the hunter does not have a mentor, one may be provided.
All applicable Kansas hunting regulations apply and required tags pertaining to the youth turkey season will be required. Please refer to the 2016 Kansas Hunting and Furharvesting Regulations Summary from the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism.