NWTF and Augusta GreenJackets Partner for Conservation, Community Building
EDGEFIELD, S.C — After another season of home runs, stolen bases and cheering ringing from the bullpen to the bleachers, the National Wild Turkey Federation and the Augusta GreenJackets, a Minor League affiliate of the Atlanta Braves, have wrapped up their 2024 partnership. This partnership is focused on bringing awareness to the NWTF’s mission and building excitement for the MiLB’s “Copa de la Diversión™” season-long events at SRP Park in North Augusta, South Carolina.
Copa de la Diversión is Spanish for “Fun Cup” and is a unique event series designed to embrace the culture and values that resonate with local U.S. Hispanic communities. As part of the partnership with the NWTF, GreenJackets players wear uniforms embracing the colorful and distinctive ocellated wild turkey, and gameday festivities showcase the culture and cuisine of Hispanic communities.
“We love partnering with the National Wild Turkey Federation on our Pavos Salvajes programming at SRP Park and sharing the vision of the NWTF all summer long,” Green Jackets Vice President Tom Denlinger said. “As part of our partnership, the Pavos Salvajes jerseys are auctioned off to benefit the NWTF’s mission, helping aid in their efforts of conservation and hunting heritage, and our fans love the partnership.”
NWTF co-CEO Kurt Dyroff and NWTF Communications Director Pete Muller were recently presented a check from proceeds raised this year during the 2024 Copa program.
“The wild turkey is the official game bird of South Carolina, and the ocellated turkey is native only to Hispanic countries,” Muller said. “This partnership marries the MiLB’s Copa program with our efforts to bring awareness to wild turkey conservation and share the life-changing power of the outdoors with people from all walks of life. We look forward to more fun ball games next year!”
NWTF staff will again be at the GreenJackets Copa series next year to discuss wild turkey research efforts, habitat conservation initiatives, education and outreach opportunities in the community and more.
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 $10 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.