The first junior hunt will be held on April 22-23, and will be for turkey only. Five junior hunters will be chosen by drawing to participate. All juniors must be accompanied by an adult. The day includes classroom, range and field assistance in the techniques of gun handling and safety, turkey hunting and game care. There will be shooting practice as well as instruction on wildlife and hunting. Participants will be guided on their hunts by CDA volunteers. This will be a two-day event, with overnight lodging available in nearby Gilroy. Lunch on the second day will be provided by CDA. To apply for this hunt, applicants need to submit a postcard with the hunter’s name, address, telephone number, and 2005-2006 junior hunting license number to:
California Department of Fish and Game
20 Lower Ragsdale Road
Monterey, CA 93940
Attn: CDLO Spring Turkey Hunt
Applicants may only submit a single application for this hunt and applications need to be received at the address above by 5 p.m., March 22, 2006. Applications received late or incomplete will not be considered in the draw. Applicants will be notified of the results by mail and will receive additional information, including maps and special regulations, prior to their hunt.
The hunt schedule is as follows:
| Hunt | Hunt Dates | # Juniors | Deadline |
| Spring Turkey | April 22-23 | 5 | March 22 |
| Spring Pig | May 27-28 | 5 | April 27 |
| Deer | September 9-10 | 4 | August 9 |
| Fall Pig | October 14-15 | 5 | Septmber 14 |
| Fall Upland Gamebird | November 18-19 | 5 | October 18 |
Applications for these hunts will also be accepted by postcard submitted to the address above, indicating the desired hunt on the front.
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