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Rimfire Target .22 LR with NWTF Logo
Springfield Armory’s Rimfire Target .22 LR rifle is the perfect firearm to get you prepared for small-game season or to teach a new shooter the finer points of target practice. Adorned in OD green with black webbing and engraved with the NWTF logo, this suppressor-ready target rifle won’t miss the mark.
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“The Shires” Silver Stag Knives
The Shires, a knife built by Silver Stag Knives, is made for outdoorsmen and women who demand precision, durability and timeless style. Featuring a free-hand, hollow ground D2 steel blade, this knife excels in game processing and versatile outdoor tasks alike. The full-tang design is adorned with shaped and polished elk antler scales, pinned securely for both beauty and strength. Whether you’re skinning, slicing or completing general camp chores, The Shires delivers a reliable, razor-sharp edge where it counts. Each knife comes with a premium leather pouch sheath offering both vertical and horizontal belt carry options. A handy lanyard tie adds security and accessibility on the move. Includes NWTF logo on knife handle and sheath. Backed by a limited lifetime warranty, The Shires is more than a tool — it’s a trusted companion built to last a lifetime.
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Retay GPS XL Bottomland Shotgun
Retay’s GPS XL provides 12-gauge, pump action chambered in 3.5-inch and dressed in Bottomland camo, a perfect spring combo. The 28-inch barrel, ultra-fast cycling action and dovetail optics mount are built to tag a longbeard this coming season. This shotgun stands out with the NWTF logo etched into the receiver and Retay logo on the fore end. Three chokes (C-M-F) included.
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“Colorful Memories” Canvas Art by Dirk Walker
Dirk Walker’s oil painting and watercolor fine art appears nationally, including at the Coca-Cola corporate headquarters, Atlanta Braves stadium and on The Plains at Auburn University’s presidential home. His unique work for the NWTF depicts our hunting heritage and the vision we all have of uniting a nation through the life-changing power of the outdoors.
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Nukem Grab & Go Hunting Blind
For hunters who thrive on mobility and fast setups, the Nukem Grab & Go Hunting Blind is your ultimate partner in concealment. Engineered for quick deployment and effortless transport, this lightweight ground blind is made for those who like to move with the action — not wait for it. Sporting a highly effective 3D leafy Mossy Oak Greenleaf camo pattern, it blends seamlessly into natural surroundings, making it perfect for turkey, deer or predator hunting. Using a turkey vest cushion or seated in a low-profile chair, this blind gives you the cover you need without the bulk you don’t. With an adjustable height and an expandable width, the blind adapts to your terrain and shooting style. When it’s time to relocate, it collapses to just 32 inches, fits neatly in the included carrying case, and packs up stake-free in seconds. Grab it and go.
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October 24, 2026
Yreka, CA
National Wild Turkey Federation

Siskiyou Strutters Banquet

Siskiyou Strutters Banquet

Join us for the 15th Annual Siskiyou Strutters Banquet on October 24, 2026, in Yreka, CA! This exciting event celebrates hunting heritage and supports the NWTF’s vital conservation mission to protect wild turkey populations and their habitats. Perfect for the whole family, the banquet features engaging games, thrilling auctions, and a guaranteed youth raffle, ensuring fun and excitement for all ages. Come together with fellow outdoors enthusiasts to honor our rich hunting traditions while contributing to the preservation of wildlife for future generations. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to connect, celebrate, and support conservation in your community!

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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

Interested in sponsoring Siskiyou Strutters Banquet? See sponsor packages above or reach out to Dennis Melum.

Plan your evening

Event Schedule

5:30 PM
Doors Open
7:00 PM
Dinner
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Available Tickets

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

Youth
Jakes Ticket
With the Jakes Ticket, you get a JAKES membership plus a delicious meal and a chance to win big with a Jakes Raffle Ticket. Experience a fun evening for young outdoor enthusiasts packed with excitement and opportunities. All this is yours for a great value that celebrates the spirit of adventure!
$40.00
Single Ticket
The Single Ticket package includes one Adult Annual membership, providing access to various benefits throughout the year. Along with the membership, you'll enjoy a delicious meal during the event. Experience an engaging evening while enhancing your outdoor knowledge with this package.
$65.00
Couples Ticket
The Couples Ticket gives you everything you need for a great evening together, featuring 1 Adult Annual Membership and 2 delicious meals. This package is perfect for those looking to enjoy a night out while indulging in great food and exclusive membership perks. All this comes together at an unbeatable price.
$100.00
Conservation Sponsor Couple
The Conservation Sponsor Couple package offers you an Adult Sponsor membership and an Adult Annual membership, perfect for those ready to enjoy exclusive benefits. Included is a $100 Raffle Package that could lead to some exciting wins, along with two meals to savor during the event. This package delivers value and connection at an unbeatable price!
$350.00
Sponsor Table
Experience the ultimate Sponsor Table package, featuring 1 Adult Sponsor membership and 7 Adult Annual memberships, all included for a great value. Enjoy a $300 Raffle Package and 8 delicious meals while you connect with others who share your passion. This all-in-one package is designed for those ready to make an impact.
$850.00
Big Strutter Sponsor Table
Step up your evening with the Big Strutter Sponsor Table! This package includes one Adult Sponsor membership and seven Adult Annual memberships, ensuring a night filled with great company and amazing food. You'll also enjoy your pick of a choice item from the Bronze Banner and a thrilling $500 Raffle Package. With eight meals included, it's sure to be a night to remember!
$1,325.00

What impact has the NWTF made in California?

The NWTF has been a leading force for wildlife conservation and the preservation of our hunting heritage in California. 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 11,685 acres across California. 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 California represents a passionate community of hunters, conservationists, and outdoor enthusiasts united by a common mission. With 2,211 adult members and 169 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.
11,685 Positively Impacted Acres in California
2,380 New Members in California

Other Notable California Achievements

Conservation

Threefer Stewardship Project Contract

NWTF awarded the Threefer Stewardship Project Contract to complete 286 acres of natural stand thinning, 210 acres of plantation thinning, 29 acres of biomass removal and 68 acres of mastication.

Conservation

Placer County Prescribed Burning

NWTF continued its partnership with the Placer County Conservation District to complete 67 acres of prescribed burning.

Funding $15,000.00

Turkey Banding Program Equipment Support

The California State Chapter contributed $15,000 to the California Fish and Wildlife Turkey Banding Program to purchase equipment.

Conservation

Canada de los Osos Water Guzzler System

The California State Chapter partnered with the Canada de los Osos Wildlife Preserve to place a water guzzler system.

Achievement

California Sportsman Caucus Advisory Council

The NWTF became a member of the California Sportsman Caucus Advisory Council to work with other nonprofits and Sportsman Caucus representatives to protect hunting heritage and science-based management in the state.

Conservation

Colt Project Biomass Removal

NWTF California assisted with the removal of an additional 17,517 tons of biomass from the Colt Project on the Klamath National Forest.

Conservation

Granite Thin Project Contract

NWTF awarded the Granite Thin Project Contract to complete 1,556 acres of timber removal and fuels reduction work, and road reconstruction. The contractor completed the road reconstruction and 33.6 acres of timber removal.

Conservation

Cleveland Icehouse Stewardship Project

NWTF completed 3.5 miles of road reconstruction on the El Dorado National Forest for the Cleveland Icehouse Stewardship Project.

Outreach

Wheelin' Sportsmen Program

The NWTF's Wheelin' Sportsmen program in California continued to provide hunting experiences for individuals with disabilities under the leadership of volunteer Don Wixon.