Marsh Hen Mill Joins NWTF as New Longbeard Sponsor for 2026 Convention and Sport Show
EDGEFIELD, S.C. —The National Wild Turkey Federation is excited to welcome Marsh Hen Mill, a brand rooted in Southern tradition, as a new Longbeard Sponsor for the 2026 NWTF Convention and Sport Show, February 11–15 in Nashville.
Marsh Hen Mill is known for producing stone-ground, non-GMO grits, cornmeal, peas as well as Carolina Gold Rice among other southern staples, made with care and a commitment to heritage milling. As a Longbeard Sponsor, Marsh Hen Mill will support several signature events throughout the convention, including the Awards Dinner on Friday February 13 and the Ladies Brunch Grits Bar on Saturday February 14, while also being featured in the exhibit hall with a prominent column wrap. They will be welcoming convention attendees in booth 535 in the Sport Show.
“We’re excited to welcome Marsh Hen Mill as a new Longbeard Sponsor for the 2026 Convention and Sport Show,” said Natalia Daniels, NWTF national director of corporate relations and licensing. “Their connection to Southern tradition and quality food is a great fit for the atmosphere of our event, and we’re proud to have them join us this year.”
The 2026 convention week, officially sponsored by Mossy Oak, kicks off in true Nashville style with the Sip and Strut downtown on Wednesday evening, Feb. 11. On Thursday morning, Feb. 12, the doors swing open to the sport show, featuring more than 500 exhibitors packed with the latest gear, calls, artwork and everything else a turkey enthusiast could dream of. That night, the energy ramps up again with the always-popular Kickoff Dinner Party.
The sport show continues through Saturday, Feb. 14, filling Opryland with the unmistakable buzz of stories shared, friendships renewed and lifelong memories made. The week concludes Sunday, Feb. 15, with a free worship service open to all.
For schedules, updates and everything you need to plan your trip, visit nwtf.org/get-involved/nwtf-convention.
About the National Wild Turkey Federation
Since 1973, the National Wild Turkey Federation has invested over half a billion dollars into wildlife conservation and has positively impacted over 25 million acres of critical wildlife habitat. Since 2022, the NWTF has also invested over $2.3 million in critical wild turkey research that, when leveraged with partner contributions, has resulted in more than $22 million to guide the management of the wild turkey and to ensure sustainable populations. The organization continues to deliver its mission by working across boundaries on a landscape scale to deliver healthy forests and wildlife habitats, clean and abundant water, resilient communities and robust recreational opportunities. With the help of its dedicated members, partners and staff, the NWTF is committed to creating a nation united by the life-changing power of the outdoors.