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Waterways for Wildlife

NWTF and Partners Invest $2.7 Million in Water Conservation for 2025

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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
  • Youth hunters and their families at the JAKES Hunt of a Lifetime

    Turkey Hunting

    JAKES Hunt of a Lifetime: More Than a Hunt, A Life-Changing Experience

    Jul 07, 2025

    ○ 5 min

  • A rushing river

    Conservation

    Leveraging Resources to Boost Habitat

    Jul 03, 2025

    ○ 6 min

  • A father and son leave the woods

    NWTF Success Stories

    CEO Notes – July/August 2025

    Jul 03, 2025

    ○ 2 min

  • Southern Illinois prescribed burn association rx burn

    Conservation

    Lighting the Way for Wild Turkeys: Southern Illinois Prescribed Burn Association Expands Capacity with Support from NWTF

    Jul 03, 2025

    ○ 3 min

NWTF Convention and Sport Show

2025 NWTF Convention and Sport Show

  • 3

    Action Packed Days

  • 82K+

    Annual Attendees

  • 500+

    Exhibitors

  • Many

    Raffle and Auction Opportunities

Relive the 2025 Convention and Sport Show

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)

  • 90%

    of expenses invested in mission-related activities

NWTF By the Numbers
a man in hunting gear walking in a creek.

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, sponsored by Mossy Oak.

For eligibility requirements, visit the JAKES Program.

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