An article in today's Hartford Courant discusses the decline in the wild turkey population, in part because of unfavorable weather conditions. The DEP is seeking info. Excerpt: "To get a better handle on the number of turkeys in the wild - one estimate put it at 40,000 about four years ago - the DEP last year began a survey that seeks input from the agency's staff and the public. The agency wants reports of wild turkey sightings, especially hens with poults, as the young are known, between June 1 and Aug. 31. ... Sightings of wild turkeys between June 1 and Aug. 31 can be reported by calling 860-642-7239 or e-mailing michael.gregonis@po.state.ct.us" The entire article may be found at http://tinyurl.com/222mjl or go to www.courant.com and search on keyword "turkeys" Sarah Johnston Farmington