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Roots to Roost

The Roots to Roost Initiative is a bold, cross-boundary conservation effort aimed at restoring and enhancing critical wildlife habitat on public and private lands across Midwestern states.

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The mission of the National Wild Turkey Federation is the

conservation of the wild turkey

and the preservation of our hunting heritage.

Our Mission & Plan
The Lifestyle Hub: Engage, Entertain and Educate
  • About Wild Turkeys

    How Long Do Wild Turkeys Live?

    Oct 02, 2025

    ○ 3 min

  • Wild Game Cuisine

    Judging Underway for NWTF’s 2025 Wild Game Recipe Contest

    Oct 01, 2025

    ○ 1 min

  • Press Releases

    2025 NWTF Photo Contest Officially Open

    Oct 01, 2025

    ○ 1 min

  • Burned standing trees in the Umpqua National Forest

    Conservation

    NWTF’s Active Forest Management Expands with Umpqua Disaster Recovery Project

    Oct 01, 2025

    ○ 2 min

NWTF Convention and Sport Show

2025 NWTF Convention and Sport Show

  • 3

    Action Packed Days

  • 82K+

    Annual Attendees

  • 500+

    Exhibitors

  • Many

    Raffle and Auction Opportunities

Relive the 2025 Convention and Sport Show

Our People

Locate your state chapter to find contact info for staff or volunteers in your area

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Find an Event

Search upcoming events and fundraisers in your area

Find a Chapter

Getting involved with the NWTF starts with finding a local chapter

By the Numbers

The NWTF continues to make a difference for the wildlife and scenic lands that enrich our hunting lifestyle.

  • 22M+

    acres of wildlife habitat conserved or enhanced

  • 1.5M+

    hunters recruited (since 2012)

  • 700K+

    acres opened for hunting (since 2012)

  • 90%

    of expenses invested in mission-related activities

NWTF By the Numbers
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Our achievements today will be felt for generations to come—a lasting legacy to be proud of.

Dr. James Earl Kennamer Scholarship Program Opens November 1, 2025.

The purpose of the academic scholarship program is to recognize and reward an NWTF member, who is currently a senior in high school, for their outstanding academic achievement, community involvement and leadership roles.

The national scholarship winner will receive a $10,000 scholarship.

For eligibility requirements, visit the JAKES Program.

Apply Today!

Spotted in the Wild

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The National Wild Turkey Federation: Spotted in the Wild
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