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Photo: New York State website
Participation fee $0
Expenses $0
Spend the time outdoors
Location New York
Children yes
Primary school yes
Secondary school yes
Teaching materials yes


Required Gear:

Computer, internet to download form


Winter Wild Turkey Flock Survey


Monitor health and abundance of wild turkeys prior to breeding.
Count young turkeys in New York state.

Harsh winter conditions significantly affect young turkeys. New York State Department of Environmental Conservation seeks wildlife lovers in every county to help them observe and count young male and female turkeys (also known as Jakes and Jennies), from January 2012 through March 2012.