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NWTF and MSU dedicated to the future of the wild turkey.

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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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  • Press Releases

    NWTF Chapters Invest in Tomorrow’s Turkey Hunters in Oregon

    Apr 08, 2026

    ○ 3 min

  • NWTF Success Stories

    Expanding Our Reach

    Apr 08, 2026

    ○ 2 min

  • Conservation

    Pattee Creek Project Restores Grasslands and Strengthens Water Resources

    Apr 07, 2026

    ○ 3 min

  • Turkey Hunting

    Using Weather to Your Advantage During Spring Turkey Season

    Apr 07, 2026

    ○ 4 min

NWTF Convention and Sport Show

The 50th was one for the ages!

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    Action Packed Days

  • 94K

    Annual Attendees

  • 500+

    Exhibitors

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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.

Spotted in the Wild

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https://www.facebook.com/423219973167821/posts/1412348977588244
The National Wild Turkey Federation: Spotted in the Wild
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https://www.facebook.com/reel/917592497942781/
Photos from The National Wild Turkey Federation's post
@TheNWTF
https://www.facebook.com/423219973167821/posts/1411469187676223
The National Wild Turkey Federation: Spotted in the Wild
@TheNWTF
https://www.facebook.com/423219973167821/posts/1410844904405318

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