NWTF Annual Report
Since 1973, the NWTF, along with its volunteers, partners and sponsors, has worked for the conservation of the wild turkey and preservation of the hunting tradition. At the time NWTF was established, there were only 1.3 million wild turkeys. Today that number stands at more than seven million birds throughout North America, and hunting seasons have been established in 49 U.S. states, Canada and Mexico.
In 2008, the NWTF continued its work for wild turkeys, conservation and hunting by enhancing wildlife habitat, purchasing land for public hunting and reaching out to women, youth and people with disabilities. Learn about our past year's accomplishments in the NWTF's 2008 Annual Report.
Annual Report files will download in PDF format. The files could take some time to download, so please allow time for each to open.
Meet the Leadership
Read this letter from the president and CEO, and get a closer look at the NWTF's Board of Directors.
More Places to Hunt
In an effort to secure wildlife habitat and continue hunting traditions, the NWTF's volunteers have spent $9.4 million to obtain more than 413,000 acres for hunting through the NWTF's More Places to Hunt program.
Our Hunting Heritage
The NWTF knows that hunters were the first and best conservationists, and we partner with other organizations that champion hunting and the shooting sports, including the Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation, the National Shooting Sports Foundation, the U.S. Sportsmen's Alliance and more.
Supporting Conservation
Learn what you can do to support conservation, hunting and the NWTF.
Founder's Award
Thirty-five years after he started it all, Tom Rodgers received a one-of-a-kind Founder's Award during a special ceremony at NWTF headquarters in honor of his vision that created an icon in the conservation world.
Wild Turkey Partnerships
The NWTF partners with state, federal and provincial wildlife agencies, as well as private corporations, to benefit wild turkeys and other wildlife, conservation and hunting across North America.
National Habitat
Habitat enhancement is crucial to maintaining wildlife populations. Learn more about the NWTF's National Habitat Programs designed to enhance wildlife habitat on both public and private lands.
Regional Habitat
The NWTF conducts eight regional habitat programs to meet the conservation needs of varying habitat regions across North America.
Volunteering
Our volunteers are the backbone of the NWTF. Thanks to their efforts, the NWTF has conserved nearly 14 million acres of wildlife habitat, donated more than 70,000 frozen domestic turkeys to feed families in need and created outdoor opportunities for youth, women and people with disabilities.
Awards
Some volunteers just seem to rise above the rest. The NWTF recognized its top volunteers at the 32nd annual National Convention and Sport Show in Atlanta, Ga., in 2008.
Families Afield
Advocating mentored hunting and eliminating age barriers that prevent people from hunting are key components of the Families Afield Initiative, a partnership of the National Wild Turkey Federation, the National Shooting Sports Foundation and the U.S. Sportsmen's Alliance with assistance from the National Rifle Association.
Women in the Outdoors 10th Anniversary
In 2008, the NWTF invited women to Learn, Laugh and Lighten Up at a national event celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Women in the Outdoors program.
Women in the Outdoors
Through Women in the Outdoors, women of all ages learn about conservation, hunting and the outdoors. Women in the Outdoors events provide expert instruction to teach women a variety of fun activities they can share with their families, such as archery, outdoor cooking, camping, hunting, hiking and gardening for wildlife.
Wheelin' Sportsmen
Wheelin' Sportsmen NWTF provides people with disabilities opportunities to experience hunting, fishing and shooting by partnering them with able-bodied men and women. Great satisfaction comes from taking someone hunting or fishing whom couldn't go otherwise. That is what the Wheelin' Sportsmen program is all about: sportsmen and women reaching out to others and enriching their lives through the outdoors.
JAKES
The NWTF's youth outreach program is designed to introduce young people to conservation and the hunting tradition. The JAKES/Xtreme JAKES (Juniors Acquiring Knowledge, Ethics and Sportsmanship) program continues to influence the future of hunting by hosting more than 1,000 JAKES/Xtreme JAKES events nationwide each year. At Porter Wagoner JAKES/Xtreme JAKES events, young people learn outdoor activities such as firearms safety, archery, game calling, hunting and conservation in a fun, hands-on way. At Xtreme JAKES events, participants also have opportunities to try kayaking, mountain biking and other outdoor activities geared toward teens.
NWTF Convention and Sport Show
Wild turkey fanatics from across the country descended upon Atlanta for the NWTF's 32nd annual Convention and Sport Show. Held at the Georgia World Congress Center, attendees enjoyed entertainment from Tracy Lawrence, Rhett Akins, Daryle Singletary, Lorrie Morgan, Chuck Leavell, comedian Mike Snider and many others, as well as speeches by NRA Executive Vice President Wayne LaPierre, retired Lt. Gen. Buck Bedard and Maj. Gen. Gale Pollock. Georgia's Governor Sonny Perdue even gave the audience a sample of his turkey calling skills.
NWTF Television
The NWTF has named Brenda Valentine as its official spokeswoman, and Michael Waddell as its official spokesman. Watch them as they host "Turkey Call" and "Get in the Game" on the Outdoor Channel.
NWTF Publications
The NWTF keeps our volunteers informed through our five magazines, Web site and our News from the Roost weekly e-zine.
Friends of the Flock
The NWTF is one of the most respected conservation organizations in the world, and our variety of supporters prove it. Help us show appreciation to the Friends of the Flock.
Winchester Museum
The Wild Turkey Center and Winchester Museum is considered to be the mecca of turkey hunting. Visitors from around the world come to see the NWTF's headquarters and stroll through the Winchester Museum's 7,200 square feet of wild turkey history and know-how.
Financial
View the NWTF's statements of financial positions, financial activities and cash flows.
Working for the Wild Turkey
Thanks to the generosity of many, the NWTF marches on and continues to make a difference. We salute everybody who has reached deep in their pockets or donated their time and talents to support a cause bigger than themselves.
