National Wild Turkey Federation

The mission of the National Wild Turkey Federation is no less urgent today than when it was founded in 1973. What we do in the coming decades will be instrumental in not only enhancing wild turkey populations but also in the continuation of hunting and quality wildlife habitat for countless species.

We're losing 6,000 acres of habitat every day. Hunters fund conservation but now we’re at the point where less than 10 percent of the American population hunts, so the funding source is going away. We know we can’t solve this alone. It’s bigger than one organization. The NWTF is leading a collaborative effort to solve the problem with the Save the Habitat. Save the Hunt. initiative, and our contribution is our dynamic volunteer base.

We’re bringing focus to our conservation delivery by identifying areas of habitat that provide the most positive impact for wildlife. Check out the America’s Big Six page. 

We’re securing the future of the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation by increasing the number of hunters, who pay for 80 percent of wildlife conservation through excise taxes on guns, ammunition and more. Learn more about our Hunting Heritage Programs. 

Because lack of access to hunting lands is a main reason people stop hunting, we’re ensuring there’s opportunity for everyone to find a place to go. Take a look at our Find a Place to Hunt section.  

The NWTF is leading the effort to solve this problem. We will see to it that the entire industry, our community, becomes part of the solution. This is bigger than any one organization, and it is time we tackled this challenge together.

Here’s how you can help —

The NWTF is a committed to meet and exceed our goals. Give to the Save the Habitat. Save the Hunt. initiative and secure the future of wildlife, wild places and the hunt for future generations.

The NWTF’s most valuable resource is people — volunteers who aren’t afraid to get a little dirty when it comes to saving what’s important. Our Save the Habitat. Save the Hunt. initiative is critical to ensure the future of wildlife and hunting is secure. Now is when we have to make good on our goals. Find your state to learn how you can get involved in your own backyard.

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