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August 29, 2026
Altoona, PA
National Wild Turkey Federation

Blair County Longbeards, PA

Blair County Longbeards, PA

Join us for the 1st Annual Blair County Longbeards event in Altoona, PA, on Saturday August 29, 2026! This thrilling gathering celebrates turkey hunting heritage and supports the National Wild Turkey Federation’s mission of conservation and habitat preservation. Attendees will have the unique opportunity to win exclusive custom turkey calls crafted by renowned callmakers such as Mark Cornelius, Andy Snair, Putt Rohm and Mountain Hollow Game Calls to name a few. Whether you’re a seasoned hunter or just simply want to support conservation, this event promises good food, drinks, raffles, auctions, and community spirit. Don’t miss your chance to be part of preserving our hunting legacy while enjoying a fun-filled evening in Altoona!

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With gratitude

A big thank you to our sponsors

These generous partners help make this event — and hundreds like it across the country — possible. Their commitment to the NWTF and wildlife conservation is deeply appreciated.

National Partners
Chapter & Event Sponsors
Adam Uplinger
Event Sponsor
Dalton Wilt
Event Sponsor
Joe Walton
Event Sponsor
Michael Nagle
Event Sponsor

Interested in sponsoring Blair County Longbeards, PA? See sponsor packages above or reach out to Seth Byrd.

Plan your evening

Event Schedule

4:00 PM
Doors Open
6:00 PM
Dinner
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Available Tickets

Every ticket is a dinner seat and a direct contribution to Pennsylvania conservation. Pick the option that fits — from a JAKES youth seat to a full sponsor table.

$25 Jake (under 17 years) Includes one admission and dinner and a one-year Jake’s Membership to the NWTF. Kids under 6 Eat FREE
$25.00
$60 Single- Include admission and one dinner
$60.00
$100 Couple- Includes two admissions & two dinners
$100.00
$300 Sponsor -includes up to two admissions and up to two dinners
As a $300 Sponsor, you will enjoy a rewarding experience that includes up to two admissions and two delicious dinners at our chapter banquet. This package also provides you with an Adult Sponsor membership and an Adult Annual membership, ensuring you stay connected with our community. Additionally, you will receive $600 in Sportsman's Raffle Tickets and be eligible for an exclusive Sponsor-only gun drawing, which takes place for every 10 sponsors—your chance to win is just around the corner! Join us for an evening of camaraderie and support for wildlife conservation.
$300.00
$500 Grand Slam Sponsor -includes up to two admissions and up to two dinners (YOUR BEST DEAL!)
The $500 Grand Slam Sponsor package offers an exceptional experience for you and a guest, including up to two admissions and two delicious dinners at our banquet. As part of this package, you will receive an Adult Sponsor membership and an Adult Annual membership, along with $1,200 worth of Sportsman's Raffle tickets to enhance your chances of winning fantastic prizes. Additionally, you'll be entered into an exclusive sponsor-only gun drawing, with one entry for every ten sponsors, making this not only a great deal but also a unique opportunity for camaraderie and excitement among fellow supporters.
$500.00
$1000 Bronze Table of 8 -Includes 8 admissions, 8 dinners, $100 in Sportsman’s Raffle Tickets per person and one Bronze table prize per table.
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$1,000.00
$1300 Silver Sponsor Table of 8- Includes 1 Sponsor membership, 8 admissions, 8 dinners, $200 in Sportsman’s Raffle Tickets per person and one Silver table pri
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$1,300.00
$4000 Platinum Corporate Sponsor Table- Includes 8 Sponsor memberships, 8 Dinners $600 in Sportsman’s Raffle Tickets per person and one Platinum table prize per
ALL 8 Attendees at the table are SPONSORS!! Please click on camera icon to see Platinum Prize Choices
$4,000.00
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What impact has the NWTF made in Pennsylvania?

The NWTF has been a leading force for wildlife conservation and the preservation of our hunting heritage in Pennsylvania. Every chapter banquet directly fuels that mission — funds raised through membership and ticket sales support habitat projects, hunter education, and conservation programs that keep our wild turkey populations thriving for generations to come. Your attendance makes all the difference.

Through strategic habitat management, prescribed fire programs, and land stewardship partnerships, the NWTF has positively impacted 1,510 acres across Pennsylvania. These efforts directly improve nesting and brooding habitat for wild turkey populations, while supporting the broader ecosystem health that sustains hunters, wildlife, and future generations.

The NWTF's membership in Pennsylvania represents a passionate community of hunters, conservationists, and outdoor enthusiasts united by a common mission. With 16,280 adult members and 1,580 JAKES members, each individual plays a vital role in funding habitat projects, advocating for hunting rights, and inspiring the next generation to carry the torch of conservation.

Forests and Flocks will improve 100,000 acres over 10 years in Northeastern states through habitat management and support of research to increase the effectiveness of NWTF conservation work. Additionally, this campaign will work to boost recruitment, retention and reactivation of hunters, elevating the NWTF as a champion for hunter advocacy.
1,510 Positively Impacted Acres in Pennsylvania
17,860 New Members in Pennsylvania
Forests and Flocks Initiative in Pennsylvania

Other Notable Pennsylvania Achievements

Funding $154,000.00

Habitat Projects Across State Forest Districts

Pennsylvania NWTF approved $154,000 across 18 habitat projects in 2025. The projects took place on 10 different state forest districts with several districts having multiple projects. The total acreage impact is over 600 acres, with prescriptions including wildlife opening rejuvenation, native pollinator seeding in oak woodlands, mountain laurel and scrub oak mowing, and crop tree treatment in middle-age oak stands.

Funding $100,000.00

Forests and Flocks Commitment

Pennsylvania committed $100,000 to the Forests and Flocks Initiative, with $50,000 designated for the Northeast Endowed Professorship to support wild turkey research in perpetuity.

Outreach

Women in the Outdoors Event at Camp Hebron

The state's 2025 Women in the Outdoors event was held at Camp Hebron in Halifax, where women participated in activities such as horseback riding, turkey calling, low ropes courses and hiking.

Outreach

Warrior Trail Gobblers JAKES Day and Mentored Youth Hunt

The Warrior Trail Gobblers NWTF Chapter hosted its 13th annual JAKES Day and Mentored Youth Hunt, along with the PA JAKES Hunt of a Lifetime, in southwestern Pennsylvania. The event welcomed over 550 attendees, drew youth hunters from six states, and resulted in 39 wild turkeys harvested by mentored youth hunters with support from more than 20 volunteers.

Outreach

Additional Mentored Hunts, Workshops and Clinics

Thirteen similar mentored hunts were hosted in 2025 in Pennsylvania, with workshops, clinics and seminars broadening the impact of the state chapter within their community.