Dedication to Conservation Earns Local Youth NWTF Scholarship

Cory Cartrett receives the $500 scholarship from the NWTF's Stephanie Drennan. Click image for print quality version

EDGEFIELD, S.C. — Cory Cartrett of Edgefield recently received a scholarship for $500 through the Edgefield chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation. "I'm grateful for this money to help further my education," Cartrett said. "I want to let the NWTF's Edgefield Chapter know that I appreciate this opportunity."

NWTF scholarships are set up to benefit youth with a commitment to conservation and preserving the hunting tradition, and recipients may pursue any type of degree they wish. The scholarship program is part of the NWTF's Five-Star program, making $500,000 available each year to graduating seniors throughout the U.S. by awarding more than 800 scholarships annually. To date, the NWTF has awarded nearly $3 million through the scholarship program.

Applicants for the scholarship must be licensed hunters to be eligible. They are judged on their scholastic achievements, leadership abilities, community involvement and demonstrated commitment to conservation. The winners of the local chapter scholarship are then eligible for the $1,000 state award and finally, state winners are eligible for the NWTF's $10,000 national scholarship.

"The NWTF is proud to provide scholarships for students who have proven their dedication to conservation and acted as leaders in their schools and communities," said NWTF CEO George Thornton. "Cory is sure to serve the NWTF and his generation as an excellent spokesperson for our sport in the academic field he pursues."