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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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  • NWTF Success Stories

    NWTF Pennsylvania Volunteers Connect Young Hunters with the Life-Changing Power of the Outdoors

    May 12, 2026

    ○ 4 min

  • General Outdoors

    Finding Community in a Nebraska Turkey Camp

    May 12, 2026

    ○ 6 min

  • Press Releases

    NWTF Joins White Oak Initiative Partners to Advance Sustainable Forest Management

    May 12, 2026

    ○ 3 min

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    NWTF Success Stories

    Illinois NWTF Launches Statewide Seedling Program to Benefit Wildlife Habitat

    May 11, 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!

Spotted in the Wild

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