Golf event postponed; 'Ganza opens Friday Jul 30, 2009
"We have moved the tournament to Aug. 27 at Patrick Farms," event director Barry Biggers of the Greater Jackson Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation said Wednesday. "We are in the process of contacting all the teams and I am humbled at the supportive response."Biggers said prepaid teams with conflicts will receive refunds. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Fair providing outdoors experience Jul 22, 2009
The fair board has garnered support from the Michigan Hunter s Safety Instructors Association, Boy Scouts of America, Northland Sportsmen s Club, 45th Parallel Gobblers Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation, Ruffed Grouse Society and others. To volunteer or to suggest ideas for activities, call Heska at Farm Bureau Insurance, 732-6734; or Len Ferry at Alpine Transmission, 732-8308. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
• Outdoor Idaho Jul 16, 2009
The National Wild Turkey Federation "Bearded Ladies" Chapter of Twin Falls will hold its 3rd Annual Ladies Banquet on Friday, July 31, at The Canyon Springs Country Club, 199 Canyon Springs Rd. in Twin Falls. Doors open at 6 p.m., dinner at 7:30 p.m. A live and silent auction, games and raffles. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Aug. 1 banquet will benefit turkey preservation efforts Jul 14, 2009
SIERRA VISTA Assorted prizes, including an African safari, will be up for grabs next month at the annual fundraising banquet of the Huachuca Gould s Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation ... All of that money goes to the National Wild Turkey Federation, which doles funds to all national chapters ... The cost of materials and other expenses for such efforts is funded by the National Wild Turkey Federation, which is funded by memberships and fundraising efforts such as the annual banquet.... (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Dove seasons liberal again this fall Jul 9, 2009
Raising over $150,000 for charities, including a permanent scholarship in wildlife and fisheries at Mississippi State University, the popular event is a major fundraiser for the Greater Jackson Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation. Entry fee is $125 per golfer, and each team will be made up of four players with a total combined handicap no less than 45. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Hundreds turn out for JAKES Jun 17, 2009
A total of 475 people 244 of them youth invaded Fort Toulouse/ Jackson State Park for the event the seventh annual JAKES (Jun iors Ac quiring Know ledge, Ethics and Skills) field day hosted by the Elmore County Chap ter of the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF). Its grown a lot since we started, said Phil Savage of the local NWTFchapter. (Wetumpka Herald, AL)
JAKES Day June 6 Jun 4, 2009
Members of the National Wild Turkey Federation s (NWTF) 45th Parallel Gobblers Chapter expect 1,200 people, including 700 youth from its JAKES and Xtreme JAKES programs in Northern Michigan, at the Johnson property behind Jay s Sporting Goods in Gaylord. There they can take part in supervised archery shoots instructed by St. Mary archery coach Mike Lawnichak and Northwoods Christian Homeschoolers archery coach Rod Bragg, along with several young archers who competed in the National Archery in... (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Wheat's a natural Jun 2, 2009
"Just three years ago, nobody turkey hunted. "It's about the NWTF (National Wild Turkey Federation), advertisements, people talking about it. And the birds have gotten more educated. (ESPN -- Outdoors)
Oak Grove pair finally nab their big bird May 26, 2009
"The big bird had a 10-inch beard, one and one-quarter inch spurs and weighed 19 pounds, a whopper for sure.David Cullop at last had helped his nephew do what they had set out to do. Yet he seeks no accolades. His satisfaction came from feeling Ryan's excitement when the boy at first could not pull the trigger. It was reinforced when he witnessed the joy on the kid's face and the sparkle in the youngster's eyes when the bird went down.Oh, David Cullop was proud all right, proud of his nephew and... (The Clarion-Ledger)
Slammin' Grades Straight A's earns shot at Grand Slam May 21, 2009
"On May 7, calling on his own, Bailey Davis completed his dream. He got his Slam.Chip Davis, who also completed a Slam on the trip, said that the National Wild Turkey Federation can confirm only two other Grand Slams completed by a hunter 11 years old or younger in one spring."My guess is this won't be Bailey's last," Chip Davis said. "His love of the outdoors just keeps growing. " Video of Bailey Davis' Slam are posted at YouTube.com. Search for "thewildmagnolia. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Strange tales come from the outdoors May 19, 2009
NWTF BANQUET Time is drawing near for the 2009 National Wild Turkey Federation banquet and auction. The Pine Burr Chapter NWTF announced the banquet will be held May 30 at the Jackie Dole Sherrill Community Center in Hattiesburg, with doors opening at 6 p.m., followed at 7 p.m. by a catered prime rib dinner from The Front Porch restaurant. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Finding help to pay for college May 18, 2009
The National Wild Turkey Federation offers up to $10,000 to students who are active in their communities and hold a valid hunting license. Remember accomplishments. (USA Today -- Money)
• Outdoors briefs May 14, 2009
The National Wild Turkey Federation South Hills Strutters will hold its 3rd Annual Sporting Clay Fun Shoot May 23 at The Jerome Rod and Gun Club. Registration begins at 9 a.m., shooting at 10 a.m. Cost is 40 for 100 targets and lunch, if paid by Sunday. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Program encourages women's interests in outdoors May 8, 2009
An outreach program of the National Wild Turkey Federation, Women in the Outdoors provides interactive educational outdoor opportunities for women ages 14 and older. Local chapters across the nation conduct outdoor learning events featuring hands-on activities for its 40,000 members. (Florida Today)
Chambliss, Lewis push for pet projects May 8, 2009
Sanford Bishop has requested $400,000 for the South Carolina-based National Wild Turkey Federation to explore ways to help with forestry management using seedlings from Georgia. Bishop also requested nearly $1. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
State helping landowners get rid of predators May 5, 2009
NWTF BANQUET The Pine Burr chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation will hold its annual banquet and auction May 30 at the Jackie Dole Sherrill Community Center. Doors open at 6 p.m., followed by a catered meal of prime ribs from The Front Porch Restaurant. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Hunters taking aim at cagey bird May 3, 2009
The work of the National Wild Turkey Federation, which has over 200 local chapters in the state, has played a big part in the growing popularity of turkey hunting in Wisconsin. The organizations has worked with the DNR on the reintroduction of birds and have worked to improve wild turkey habitat across the state. (Forest Republican, WI)
Hunting: Magnifying scopes permitted on crossbows (04/26/2009) Apr 28, 2009
It is supported by the Federation of Sportsmen's Clubs, the Governor's Advisory Council on Hunting, Fishing and Conservation, Quality Deer Management and the National Wild Turkey Federation. This year, however, for the first time, kids participating in the Mentored Youth Hunting program will have to get a permit. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Quartet's founder saddened by loss of festival Apr 28, 2009
With 310 square miles -- almost 198,000 acres -- there are plenty of birds to be found each spring when the National Wild Turkey Federation holds its annual hunt for disabled sportsmen ... "The mobility impaired turkey hunt is the result of requests from the U.S. Forest Service at SRS, Wheelin' Sportsmen and National Wild Turkey Federation to provide hunting opportunities for a specific group of individuals," SRS spokesman Jim Giusti said. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Learn to Hunt program grabs attention Apr 19, 2009
It s really rewarding, said Keefe, a member of the North Shore Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation. It s neat to be able to open a student up to this type of experience. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
More Kids in the Woods grant awarded Apr 10, 2009
The Tar River Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation was awarded a More Kids in the Woods grant by the United States Forest Service ... Mandy Harling, program coordinator for the National Wild Turkey Federation, based in Edgefield, South Carolina, stated this event was exactly what the NWTF and the US Forest Service were hoping for with the More Kids in The Woods grant program. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Sounds of the wild turkey Apr 9, 2009
Turkey calls and descriptions provided by the National Wild Turkey Federation. Visit the web site at. (ESPN -- Outdoors)
NWTF's wild turkey dictionary Apr 9, 2009
Compiled by the National Wild Turkey Federation ... National Wild Turkey Federation In 1973, when the National Wild Turkey Federation was founded, there were an estimated 1 ... For more information on the National Wild Turkey Federation, call (803) 637-3106, check out our web site at www. (ESPN -- Outdoors)
Turkey season forecast for 2009 Apr 8, 2009
It's more iffy in neighboring Mississippi, according to biologist Joe Koloski of the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF), and depends on hunting locales. Jake counts last year were down in the north, but up in the east-central woodlands. (ESPN -- Outdoors)
Fulton boy inspired by old memories to create new ones Apr 8, 2009
The 11-year-old was one of 10 Missouri youth selected by the Missouri Legislative Sportsmen's Caucus to participate in the event sponsored by the Missouri State Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) and the Conservation Federation of Missouri. After hunter safety and ethics training in Jefferson City Friday afternoon, the youth were split up and partnered with a hunting guide and sent out to hunt on various properties throughout Callaway, Cole and Boone counties. (Fulton Sun, MO)
It will be a good spring for turkey hunting Apr 7, 2009
An ongoing study, sponsored by Game and Fish, South Dakota State University and the National Wild Turkey Federation, will measure what effect increasing bag limits might have. The study is designed to look at the hunting mortality of Black Hills turkeys over the span of four years. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Ultimate turkey quest Apr 2, 2009
"We started going up into the hills of Virginia, and then, as the turkey population grew here and we had more opportunities to hunt here, it just became one of my primary loves. HAL ATKINSON'S EQUIPMENT CALLS: Lynch Fool Proof Box Turkey Call; Quaker Boy diaphragm mouth call; Woodhaven Custom Calls aluminum friction call GUNS: Browning A5 12 gauge; Benelli Super Black Eagle; Russian-made, single-barrel, 12 gauge CHOKE: Pure-Gold Turkey Choke LOADS: Winchester Extended Range, 3-inch, No. 6 shot... (News & Observer -- Sports)
Local National Wild Turkey Federation Chapter holds annual banquet Apr 2, 2009
The shotgun was one of the items at the annual Moniteau Monarchs Chapter National Wild Turkey Federation Banquet Saturday. The Annual Hunting Heritage Wild Turkey Banquet of the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) was hosted by the Moniteau Monarchs Chapter at the Jamestown Community Center Saturday, with about 100 people present. (California Democrat, MO)
Strutters keep on giving Mar 20, 2009
The National Wild Turkey Federation South Hills Strutters Twin Falls Chapter donated more than 1,750 in turkeys, canned goods and pies to the Salvation Army to be used for the 2008 holidays. This is the third year the group has made this donation. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Turkey Creed Longbeards raise approximately $23,000 Mar 18, 2009
"The National Wild Turkey Federation is a national nonprofit conservation and hunting organization that, along with its volunteers, partners and sponsors, has worked for the conservation of the wild turkey and preservation of the hunting tradition," officials wrote on the National Wild Turkey Federation web site. "When the NWTF was established in 1973, there were only 1.3 million wild turkeys. Today that number stands at more than seven million birds throughout North America, and hunting seasons... (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
Be prepared when you go after turkeys Mar 17, 2009
MARION CO. NWTFAnd speaking of being prepared, be prepared to have a grand time when you attend the Marion County chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation banquet and auction March 17 at the Expo Center on Mississippi 35 by-pass. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., with a prime rib dinner served by The Front Porch restaurant at 6:30, followed by a live auction. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Turkey Banquet Set For Friday Mar 12, 2009
The Gateway to the Glacial Lakes Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation will be hosting its eighth annual banquet on Friday at The Rainbow south of Britton ... The National Wild Turkey Federation was founded in 1973 to help fund habitat for the introduction of wild turkeys to local areas and education. (Marshall County Journal, SD)
• SnowSports school offers mid-week classes Mar 12, 2009
The South Hills Strutters, the Twin Falls Chapter of The National Wild Turkey Federation, will hold its 5th Annual Couple Banquet on March 28 at Radio Rondevoo, 241 Main Ave. W. in Twin Falls. Doors open at 5 p.m., dinner at 6:30. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Bill eliminating primitive weapon season alive in House Mar 8, 2009
The event will also feature seminars on wild turkey habitat by state turkey biologist Adam Butler and a discussion of turkey-friendly food plots by biologist Joe Koloski of the National Wild Turkey Federation. Event sponsors will also have exhibits. (The Clarion-Ledger)
From the Hunt to Prime Time: Two Warrenton Women Featured on Outdoor Channel Mar 6, 2009
"They are good friends and they go out on hunts together. "We just decided to get into this because we saw it as a way to become involved in something they enjoyed," Robb added. Robb had never hunted before, while Pais had limited exposure to the sport. She had gone on an occasional pheasant shoot in Iowa. Years ago she had also bagged her first, and only, deer. The idea for the shoot took root last March during the annual meeting of the Boonslick Trail Gobblers Chapter of the National Wild... (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Something new at Dixie Deer Classic Mar 5, 2009
Working in conjunction with state affiliates of the National Wild Turkey Federation, the club is trying to attract even more turkey hunters and will host a turkey call-making competition. Hudson said the calls will be judged before the show opens and will be on display during the event. (News & Observer -- Sports)
More of this story Feb 27, 2009
The 18th annual National Wild Turkey Federation Hunting Heritage Banquet is slated for the Bartlesville Community Center, Friday, March 13th. The event is hosted by the Osage Hills Chapter of the NWTF.. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Kids learn at hunting show Feb 26, 2009
Gardner said that QDMA, in partnership with the Wake County Wildlife Club, the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission, N.C. Bowhunters Association, the N.C. Trappers Association and members of the National Wild Turkey Federation are presenting 21 activities for adults during the Dixie Deer Classic and 12 to 14 activities for children on Youth Day ... The state chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation is sponsoring a youth wildlife art contest, with divisions for ages 6-8, 9-11, 12-14 and... (News & Observer -- Sports)
Bass Pro car to tribute NWTF Feb 25, 2009
Bass Pro car to tribute National Wild Turkey Federation ... SPRINGFIELD, Missouri The National Wild Turkey Federation's flying turkey logo will appear on the Earnhardt Ganassi Racing, Bass Pro Shops sponsored #1 race car, driven by current Nextel and 2-time Busch Series Champion Martin Truex Jr.. (ESPN -- Outdoors)
Local artist wins turkey stamp contest Feb 23, 2009
Judging took place Jan. 23 in Wisconsin Dells during the statewide convention of the Wisconsin chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation. The judges included a Wisconsin NWTF representative, a retired wildlife art teacher and last year s wild turkey contest winner, Craig Fairbert. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Hard maple tree in Colo becomes a fascinating work of art Feb 20, 2009
Pat has done carvings to auction as fundraisers for community groups and wildlife organizations, such as Pheasants Forever, Ducks Unlimited and the National Wild Turkey Federation. In 2005, he was the featured chainsaw carver at the Iowa State Fair. (Mid Iowa Enterprise, IA)
Jackson NWTF banquet tonight Feb 19, 2009
The Greater Jackson Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation will hold its annual banquet at the Ag try Museum ... It kicks off locally today, with the annual fundraising banquet held by the Greater Jackson Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation ... Tickets are $5, and the event will also feature a presentation by biologist Joe Koloski of the National Wild Turkey Federation, and exhibits by sponsors Van's, Big Buck Sports, Bobcat of Jackson,Showmygame. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Outdoors calendar for Feb. 14-20 Feb 13, 2009
The clinics are presented by representatives from the DNR, National Wild Turkey Federation and experienced turkey hunters. Clinics usually run 2; to 3 hours and feature a how-to presentation and a question-and-answer session. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Outdoors by Wayne Baughman Feb 13, 2009
I am pleased to report that Dr. Frank Coble, a veterinarian, from Springfield has been elected to the National Wild Turkey Federation board of directors. There were six candidates from different sections of the U.S. running for positions on the national board. (Pittsfield Pike Press, IL)
Nashville to host 32 conventions in Feb. Feb 10, 2009
The National Wild Turkey Federation Convention and Sport Show is coming to Opryland Feb. 19-22 and will bring 35,000 people to Music City. Other conventions include Case New Holland with 4,000 attendees and the Automotive Distribution Network with 1,200 visitors, both at the end of the month. (Nashville Business Journal, TN)
4-H Safety and Education in Shooting Sports Training Feb 8, 2009
Thanks go to the National Wild Turkey Federation and Brownells for underwriting the costs of materials and instruction. Directions, a tentative agenda, additional information as well as registration and health forms are locate http://www. (Kalona News, IA)
Group is achieving goal with yearlings Feb 8, 2009
TURKEY WINNERS: The Georgia State chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation helped hunters welcome the first thoughts of turkey season by playing host to a calling contest Jan. 16-18 at the Augusta Marriott Hotel & Suites. First-place winners who qualified for national contests included: Jeff Murphy of Rayle, senior open friction division; Doug Benefield of Newman, senior open division; and Bradley Ruff of Elberton, senior division. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Business briefs Feb 8, 2009
The National Wild Turkey Federation has named Newcastle Game Warden Dustin Shorma as its Wyoming Wildlife Law Enforcement Officer of the Year. Shorma will receive the award during the federation s 33rd annual convention later this month in Nashville, Tenn. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Blagojevich's Conservation Cuts Overturned Feb 7, 2009
"National Wild Turkey Federation members in Illinois fought side-by-side with other conservation groups to keep the funds from being swept, but were unable to stop it," said Kent Adams, NWTF regional biologist for Illinois, who was present when SB1132 was signed. "We couldn't be more pleased to see these vital funds restored to be used for their original purpose of caring for our great state's wildlife and natural resources.". (ESPN -- Outdoors)
Game Commission awards NWTF with elk tag Feb 7, 2009
Under a new law, Pennsylvania Game Commission Executive Director Carl G. Roe announced that he has selected the National Wild Turkey Federation to auction off a special antlered elk license at its upcoming national convention Feb. 19-22 in Nashville, Tenn. "Since its creation, the National Wild Turkey Federation, as well as its Pennsylvania and local chapters, have been important wildlife conservation and management partners with the Game Commission," Roe said. (ESPN -- Outdoors)
