Technics were developed and live-trapping was prosecuted on the Ky. Woodlands Refuge during 1943 and 1944-45, removing 54 turkeys (Meleagris gallopavo silvestris). Trapping was possible because of a poor mast crop and because of a conc, of 1 bird to 16 acres on parts of the refuge. Trapping was best during fall months, but could be continued during the winter. Poults were caught more easily than adults, and d" cf easier than [female][female] . Trapping sites were located near surrounding food and cover and then baited with wheat. When turkeys took bait, the traps were constructed slowly out of poultry netting. The most successful traps were approx. 10 ft. wide, 15 ft. long, and 6 ft. high with a drop-door at each end released by an observer. Traps without observers were subject to predation and were unsatisfactory. Various funnel, trench, drop, rush, and drop-door traps were used. A new type of carrying crate 6-12 in. wide, 30 in. long, and 30 in. high, containing 1 bird was most satisfactory for transportation to release pt. Trapped birds should be released within 24 hrs. in an open area so they can fly before entering the forest. Live-trapping is difficult, time consuming, and costly, but satisfactory results are obtained.