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Roots to Roost

The Roots to Roost Initiative is a bold, cross-boundary conservation effort aimed at restoring and enhancing critical wildlife habitat on public and private lands across Midwestern states.

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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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  • General Outdoors

    NWTF Helps Ignite Passion for Wildlife and Outdoor Careers at the University of Mount Olive

    Nov 20, 2025

    ○ 2 min

  • Press Releases

    NWTF South Carolina Bolsters Wildlife Habitat with $356,175 Commitment for 2026

    Nov 20, 2025

    ○ 2 min

  • Three turkeys strutting in a grassy field

    General Outdoors

    Staff Spotlight: Directors of Annual Giving

    Nov 20, 2025

    ○ 8 min

  • Conservation

    NWTF, WDFW Plant Hundreds of Seedlings to Improve Sunnyside Wildlife Area

    Nov 19, 2025

    ○ 3 min

NWTF Convention and Sport Show

What to expect in 2026

  • 3

    Action Packed Days

  • 82K+

    Annual Attendees

  • 500+

    Exhibitors

  • Many

    Raffle and Auction Opportunities

Ask A Biologist Booth

Register for the 2026 Convention and Sport Show

Our People

Locate your state chapter to find contact info for staff or volunteers in your area

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Getting involved with the NWTF starts with finding a local chapter

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
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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.

Apply Today!

Spotted in the Wild

Beginners guide to fall bird hunting
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The National Wild Turkey Federation: Spotted in the Wild
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