Spring Gobbler Survey

The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources has conducted an annual survey since 1983 to better understand hunter participation, interests, experiences and harvest. We hope you participate to help us better manage your resource.

This year's survey period will run from April 13, 2024 through May 19, 2024. This daily log survey tracks your turkey hunting activities and harvest. Whether you hunt every day or just once or twice, your survey is very important.

You have two options for the survey - filling out a paper form or complete the survey through an app using your phone or computer (Windows only)!

Paper surveys are mailed to the previous year's participating cooperators. Each cooperator should fill out their own form. If you need additional forms or would like to participate for the first time via paper survey, please contact the Game Management Services secretary at (304) 637-0245.

On the back of the daily log is a short questionnaire and comment section where you can tell us what you think about spring gobbler hunting. We recommend placing your daily log somewhere you see it every day as a reminder to fill it out. At the close of the season, simply tape or staple the form with the return address on the outside, stick a stamp on it and mail it back to the DNR. All cooperators returning a survey form will receive a copy of the annual Spring Gobbler Survey Report. Be sure you record your name and address on the outside of the survey form in the space provided. We can’t mail you a report without your address!

Thank you very much for participating and helping us manage your wild turkey resource. Good luck spring gobbler hunting. Have a safe and fun time this spring. For those who participated in the 2023 survey, a copy of the report has been mailed or emailed to you.