Wild Turkey Hunting Roadmap
What you need to know to turkey hunt in Connecticut
Required Firearms Safety Training
Complete or have completed a Traditional or Self-Study Firearms Class
-or-
Reciprocal certification from another state
-or-
Required Bow Hunting Training
CT Bow Hunting course
-or-
Certification is reciprocal from many states.
Learn more here!
Call 860-424-3011 for assistance.
Legal Equipment
Shotgun
- 10, 12, 16, or 20 gauge
Shells
- 4, 5, 6, 7, and/or 7 1/2 lead shot
Bow
- 40 lb. minimum draw weight
- Crossbow 125 lb. draw weight
Arrow
- 7/8" two blade broadhead or larger
- 18" or longer crossbow bolt
Suggested Equipment
- Camouflage clothing
- Sturdy footwear
- Seat or ground pad
- Turkey calls
- Knife/shears
- GPS or other navigation aid
Check Regulations
Review the CT Hunting and Trapping Guide to check bag limits, season dates, and hunting hours.
Depending on the type of hunt and time of year, 400 sq. inches of blaze orange may be required.
- Small Game and Deer Archery Permit
- Resident Game Bird Conservation Stamp
-or-
- Firearms Hunting License
- Resident Game Bird Conservation Stamp
Head into the Field!
Visit the 205,000+ acres of public land available for turkey hunting in the state!
Report your harvest through the Online Hunter Reporting Page or call 1-877-337-4868.
Content last updated in January 2024.