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Only non-toxic shot (steel, bismuth, copper, or tungsten) no larger than #4 may be used for shotguns. Hunting Compartments: Big Mineral, Sandy, Godwin, Goode, Meyers, and SE Harris Creek.
No standbys available.
1 – 2 people per application
Hunt Dates
Apr 22, 2026 – Apr 24, 2026
Bag Limit
One Turkey; Gobbler Only
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
All Archery Equipment
Shotguns with Birdshot
Hunt Method
Compartment
Baiting
Not allowed
Permits
Available: 25
Fee per adult: $80.00
Fee per youth: $0.00
Age Requirements
Youth ages: 9- 16
Adult minimum age: 17
Supervising adult minimum age: 18
Last Year
Applicants: 1477
Permits/Groups:
Success Rate:
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All drawn hunts will start the first morning of the hunt and end at sunset on Sunday, State of Texas legal shooting hours for game animals applies.
No standbys available.
1 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Apr 03, 2026 – Apr 05, 2026
Apr 10, 2026 – Apr 12, 2026
Bag Limit
One Turkey; Gobbler or Bearded Hen
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Shotguns with Birdshot
Hunt Restrictions
The youth minimum age for all NWR hunts is 9 years old.
Hunt Method
Entire Area
Baiting
Not allowed
Permits
Available: 8
Fee per adult: $80.00
Fee per youth: $0.00
Age Requirements
Youth ages: 9- 16
Adult minimum age: 17
Supervising adult minimum age: 18