Turkey Tags
Connecticut Turkey Tags
2026
Complete guide to wild turkey tag requirements in Connecticut - spring and fall season fees, bird limits, requirements, and where to buy your turkey tags online. Connecticut has rebounded wild turkey populations across the state. Spring and fall seasons are offered, with spring being the most popular. Turkey stamps are required in addition to a hunting license.
Spring Season Open
Fall Season Open
Spring Tag: $19 (Resident)
2026 Turkey Tag Quick Facts
Verified 2026
Spring Tag (Resident)
$19
per spring turkey tag
Spring Tag (Nonresident)
$91
per spring turkey tag
Spring Birds (Max)
2
birds per spring season
Fall Season
Open
Resident: $19
Season Fees
Connecticut Turkey Tag Fee Breakdown
Spring Turkey Season
Resident Tag$19.00
Nonresident Tag$91.00
Bag Limit2 birds
Fall Turkey Season
Resident Tag$19.00
Nonresident Tag$91.00
Bag Limit2 birds
Turkey permit required for each season
Step-by-Step
How to Get Your Connecticut Turkey Tag
Follow these steps to purchase and properly use your Connecticut turkey tag for the 2026 season.
1
Purchase Your Base Hunting License
A valid Connecticut hunting license is required before purchasing turkey tags. Residents and nonresidents must purchase the appropriate base license. Buy online at the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection website or at a licensed sporting goods retailer.
2
Purchase Your Turkey Tag(s)
Purchase your Connecticut turkey tag from Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection online or at a licensed agent. Spring resident tags are $19. Nonresident spring tags are $91. Purchase online →
3
Review Season Regulations
Check Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection's current turkey hunting regulations for season dates, legal shooting hours, legal equipment, calling restrictions, and zone-specific rules. Connecticut has a spring turkey season and a fall turkey season. Valid Connecticut hunting license plus turkey permit.
4
Tag Your Harvest Immediately
Upon harvesting a turkey, you must immediately fill out and attach your tag to the bird before moving it. Keep your license and tag on your person at all times while hunting. Record the required information (date, county/zone) as specified on your tag.
Requirements
Connecticut Turkey Tag Requirements
Valid Connecticut hunting license plus turkey permit.
Important Notes
Connecticut-Specific Turkey Information
Spring season: late April–May; Fall season: October–November.
Source: Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (portal.ct.gov).
Requirements verified 2026. Always confirm current fees and season dates directly with Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection before hunting.