NWTF Announces Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s as a Full Strut Sponsor for Upcoming Convention and Sport Show in Nashville

“We are proud of our longstanding affiliation with the National Wild Turkey Federation, and are honored to stand beside them as a partner in conservation,” said Johnny Morris, noted conservationist and Bass Pro Shops founder. “Alongside our customers across North America, we are honored to support them and make a difference in conserving wildlife habitat for future generations.” 

Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s role as a Full Strut Sponsor includes support for many aspects of the Convention and Sport Show, including sponsorship of Thursday’s Kickoff Party and rendezvous sessions, plus support for the Family Adventure Trail. Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s will also donate a SUN TRACKER Pontoon and TRACKER OFF ROAD side-by-side UTV to the convention auctions to raise crucial funding for conservation and the NWTF mission.

Bass Pro Shops will occupy booth No. 809 in the exhibit hall. Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s, guided by Morris’ visionary leadership, is the NWTF’s largest partner. 

“We are thrilled to have Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s return as a Full Strut Sponsor for our convention,” Natalia Daniels, NWTF national director of corporate relations and licensing said. “They have a vital role in our Convention and Sport Show that ensures attendees have a great experience. Their continued support across our organization is so meaningful,” 

The NWTF Convention and Sport Show, sponsored by Mossy Oak, kicks off on Wednesday, Feb. 14, with an evening concert. Official convention festivities begin on Thursday, Feb. 15, including rendezvous sessions, the evening's Kickoff Party and the opening of the Sport Show floor, showcasing over 500 top outdoor industry exhibitors. The NWTF Sport Show runs from Thursday to Saturday at the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center, and the convention concludes with a morning worship service on Sunday, Feb. 18. 

Get more convention information and the full schedule at www.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 23 million acres of critical wildlife habitat. The NWTF has also invested over $9 million into wild turkey research to guide the management of the wild turkey population and to ensure sustainable populations into perpetuity. The organization continues to deliver its mission by working across boundaries on a landscape scale through its Four Shared Values: clean and abundant water, healthy forests and wildlife habitat, resilient communities, and robust recreational opportunities. With the help of its dedicated members, partners and staff, the NWTF continues its work to provide Healthy Habitats. and Healthy Harvests. for future generations. 

About Bass Pro Shops
Bass Pro Shops is North America’s premier outdoor and conservation company. Founded in 1972 when avid young angler Johnny Morris began selling tackle out of his father’s liquor store in Springfield, Missouri, today the company provides customers with unmatched offerings spanning premier destination retail, outdoor equipment manufacturing, world-class resort destinations and more. In 2017 Bass Pro Shops acquired Cabela’s to create a “best-of-the-best” experience with superior products, dynamic locations and outstanding customer service. Bass Pro Shops also operates White River Marine Group, offering an unsurpassed collection of industry-leading boat brands, and Big Cedar Lodge, America’s Premier Wilderness Resort. Under the visionary conservation leadership of Johnny Morris, Bass Pro Shops is a national leader in protecting habitat and introducing families to the outdoors.