1. National Wild Turkey Federation Emily Rinaldi

2. The History On March 28, 1973, the Commonwealth of Virginia issued incorporation papers to a fledgling organization in Fredericksburg called the National Wild Turkey Federation. The NWTF has come a long way since its founding chief executive, Tom Rodgers, took $440 out of his own pocket to put this organization in motion

3. Mission Statement Dedicated to the conservation of the wild turkey and the preservation of our hunting heritage

4. Champions of Conservation According to many state and federal agencies, the restoration of the wild turkey is arguably the greatest conservation success story in North America's wildlife history. Through vital partnerships with state, federal and provincial wildlife agencies, the NWTF and our members have helped restore wild turkey populations throughout North America, spending more than $412 million to conserve nearly 17.25 million acres of habitat. SUCCESS!!!!!!

5. Community Outreach The Federation's outreach programs — JAKES, Women in the Outdoors and Wheelin' Sportsmen — reach hundreds of thousands of children, women and the disabled across the U.S. and Canada. Thousands of events introduce or create opportunities for these audiences to experience first-hand the thrill of the outdoors and hunting. Through the NWTF Hunting Heritage Fund, has contributed or pledged nearly $2.5 million to the U.S. Sportsman's Alliance, the National Shooting Sports Foundation, and the 4-H Shooting Sports Foundation to support their legislative and educational efforts to defend and promote the rights of hunters and shooters across the country. Promotes the positive aspects of hunting in its five publications and two television programs. Has awarded $746,075 in scholarships to graduating high school seniors with an interest in hunting and a desire to continue their educations at a university or college. Annually presents the Lynn Boykin Hunting Heritage Award to a leader in the world of hunting who has made it a lifetime commitment through their career and their volunteer work to promote and share with others a love for hunting.

6. How to get Involved Sign up as a member on the official website Benefits – Help Improve Wildlife Habitat – Exclusive discounts – Magazine subscriptions – Access to the member website (Requires password for access) – Monthly NWTF newsletter