The deadline for Wisconsin turkey and bear hunters is Tuesday.

It’s your last chance to apply for permits for this coming spring turkey hunt, and for the bear season that begins around Labor Day.

A lottery will be held to select winning applicants for the turkey permits. The drawing will take place late this month or in early January. Winners will be notified via mail. After the lottery drawing occurs, remaining turkey permits will be sold over-the-counter on a first-come, first-served basis.

A youth turkey hunt is set for April 12th and 13th. The regular spring turkey season begins on April 16th.

A drawing for bear permits will be held after the quota for the next hunt is set in January.

Applications cost $3.00 and are available at any license sales location, on the DNR website, or by calling 1-877-WI-LICENSE (1-877-945-4236).

Common questions about turkey hunting in Wisconsin