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Waterways for Wildlife

The initiative is set to directly impact 67.9 stream miles and 3,894 acres wildlife habitat this year.

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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
  • Wild Game Cuisine

    Wild Turkey Leg and Thigh Southwest Salsa

    May 07, 2026

    ○ 2 min

  • NWTF Success Stories

    50 Years, Countless Stories: Women Who Shaped Our Turkey Hunting Legacy

    May 07, 2026

    ○ 3 min

  • Veterans and volunteers pose in front of a helicopter

    NWTF Success Stories

    Record Turkey Hunt Highlights Healing Mission of Minnesota Veterans Outdoors

    May 07, 2026

    ○ 3 min

  • Press Releases

    NWTF Pennsylvania Boosts Pollinator Habitat Efforts

    May 07, 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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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)

  • 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!

Spotted in the Wild

Photos from The National Wild Turkey Federation's post
@TheNWTF
https://www.facebook.com/423219973167821/posts/1436274778528997
The National Wild Turkey Federation: Spotted in the Wild
@TheNWTF
https://www.facebook.com/reel/1296230441926847/
An Intro to Patrick Wightman, Ph.D., NWTF national director of wild turkey research and science
@TheNWTF
https://www.facebook.com/reel/1296644112570643/
The National Wild Turkey Federation: Spotted in the Wild
@TheNWTF
https://www.facebook.com/reel/1468364541688554/

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