RE: DEC gives kids preseason shot at wild turkey in NY
If it's the only time your taking the kid hunting I'd agree.
Let's say your son 12 mine is 13 it's allmost like giving him an extra year of experience if you take adnvantage of the hunt every season. If your only able to hunt weekends.
NY also has a free fishing weeknd for any age, think that's a great idea too.