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February 1, 2027·Mendenhall, MS
National Wild Turkey Federation

Strong River, MS

Doors open 6:00 PM
John Williams  · 6015971886
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The Freedom Bash
An evening of food, fun & fellowship
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Every ticket protects Mississippi habitat
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Every ticket is a dinner seat and a direct contribution to Mississippi conservation. Pick the option that fits — from a JAKES youth seat to a full sponsor table.

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What impact has the NWTF made in Mississippi?

The NWTF has been a leading force for wildlife conservation and the preservation of our hunting heritage in Mississippi. 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 10,065 acres across Mississippi. 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 Mississippi represents a passionate community of hunters, conservationists, and outdoor enthusiasts united by a common mission. With 7,677 adult members and 997 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.

The purpose of this 10-year initiative is to improve wild turkey nesting and brood-rearing habitat at a landscape scale in the Southeastern states through active management of over 1 million acres by 2033. This will ultimately lead to more robust wild turkey populations and healthier ecosystems across the Southeast.
10,065 Positively Impacted Acres in Mississippi
8,674 New Members in Mississippi
Habitat for the Hatch Initiative in Mississippi

Other Notable Mississippi Achievements

Outreach

Oxford Chapter Youth Hunt

For the ninth year, the NWTF Mississippi Oxford Chapter hosted the state’s only youth hunt of its kind, comprised of 15 youths, helping foster the next generation of hunters and outdoor enthusiasts by connecting them with the natural world.

Conservation

WMA Reforestation and Herbicide Site Preparation

Work is still ongoing to complete reforestation efforts and openings management on Old River WMA; there were 42 acres of drone application site preparation on Copiah WMA; and 5 acres of drone application herbicide plus 20 acres of ground herbicide application on Charles Ray Nix WMA.

Funding $175,000.00

Planned Endowed Professorship Contribution

Contributed $175,000 toward a planned NWTF Endowed Professorship to be announced in the future, which will have a monumental impact on training wild turkey biologists and researchers for decades.