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April wildlife events and turkey hunts listed statewide
April brings peak gobbling and breeding, with turkey seasons across zones. Highlights include ForestWatch monitoring, statewide fishing and hatchery actions, wildflower walks, and various park events such as Giant Easter Egg Hunt and Bison Grounds Blessing. Wildlife Week runs April 19 to 25 with many field trips and tours.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jake Wolf Memorial Fish Hatchery
South Zone
ForestWatch
Illinois State Museum
Wildlife Prairie State Park
Massiae
Wildlife Preservation Fund
North Zone
State Geological Survey
Pekin Area
Tazewell County
Bill Harkins
Crab Orchard Lake
Giant City State Park
Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge