Minnesota's youth turkey hunting program, for kids 12 to 17, has grown dramatically since its inception in 2004.

Year Number of hunts Participants Success rate

2004 two 29 27 percent

2005 four 63 12 percent

2006 four 79 24 percent

2007 15 124 35 percent

2008 30 237 40 percent

Startribune.com www.startribune.com/a4291 Find the link to more DNR information on youth hunting opportunities.