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2026 Research Grants Program

Continuing a strategic investment in wild turkey research.

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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
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  • Landowner Toolbox

    You Still Have Time to Plant Chufa This Summer

    Jun 30, 2026

    ○ 2 min

  • Conservation

    NWTF Highlights Collaborative Conservation at Blue Mountain Elk Initiative Field Review

    Jun 30, 2026

    ○ 3 min

  • Conservation

    Full Circle Conservation: Wisconsin NWTF Continues Leopold’s Legacy

    Jun 25, 2026

    ○ 2 min

  • NWTF forester Chase Seals works with Shawnee National Forest service personnel to promote conservation management and hunting heritage efforts.

    Conservation

    House Natural Resources Committee Passes America the Beautiful Act

    Jun 25, 2026

    ○ 2 min

NWTF Convention and Sport Show

The 50th was one for the ages!

  • 3

    Action Packed Days

  • 94K

    Annual Attendees

  • 500+

    Exhibitors

  • Many

    Raffle and Auction Opportunities

Ask A Biologist Booth

Relive the 2026 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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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)

  • 89%

    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!

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