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Turkey Call All AccessEP 129 Realtree's 40th Anniversary with Tyler JordanRealtree and the National Wild Turkey Federation recently announced a landmark partnership with Realtree supporting the NWTF's Habitat for the Hatch initiative in the Southeast. Now, during the NWTF's 50th Convention and Sport Show, Realtree is celebrating it's 40th anniversary. During the final day of the annual gathering of the NWTF flock in Nashville, the NWTF's Pete Muller and newly hired NWTF National Director of Wild Turkey Research Patrick Wightman sat down with Realtree Vice President Tyler Jordan to talk about the company's anniverary, the growth of a brand started by his father that extends beyond just t...
2026-02-1530 min
American Roots Outdoors w/ Alex RutledgeAmerican Roots Outdoors - NWTF History & National Convention SpecialSend a textJoin Alex Rutledge and Red Bone for an in-depth exploration of the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) - America's greatest conservation success story. In this special episode, we dive into the fascinating history of how one man's vision in 1972 transformed wild turkey populations from near extinction to thriving across all 50 states.We discuss the upcoming NWTF National Convention in Nashville, featuring over 80,000 attendees, celebrity appearances including Craig Morgan, and the historic 50th anniversary exhibit. Plus, we share personal turkey hunting stories, discuss current weather impacts on wildlife, cover local sports updates, and...
2026-02-0348 min
Tennessee WildCast#466 Wild Turkeys In Tennessee: Habitat, Conservation, & the 50th NWTF ConventionReady to dive into the wild side of Tennessee? This episode of Tennessee WildCast is packed with passion for conservation, turkey hunting, and the incredible work of the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF). Host Jason Harmon and co-host Barry Cross visit with two special guests: Jereme Odom, former TWRA Game Warden turned NWTF Tennessee Chapter Vice President, and Derek Alkire, NWTF District Biologist.From Jeremy’s journey “hanging up the green jeans” to chasing turkeys in 49 states, to Derek’s boots-on-the-ground efforts restoring habitat across Alabama, Kentucky, and Tennessee—this conversation is all about making a difference for wildli...
2026-01-2628 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 128 Mossy Oak's 40th Anniversary With Daniel Haas and Bill SuggWhen founder Toxey Haas launched Mossy Oak in 1986, he did so because he wanted to have a better way to hide from wildlife. Now 40 years and dozens of camo patterns later, Mossy Oak has helped countless hunters make memories through their adventures afield. The NWTF's Pete Muller sits down with Mossy Oak's President and first official employee Bill Sugg and Director of Marketing Daniel Haas to talk the early years, the importance of turkey hunting to the brand, what it means to them to engage with the NWTF faithful each year at the Convention and Sports Show a...
2026-01-2350 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 127 Laura Bates - Tenth Legion: Bootleg Revival EditionAs the daughter of Colonel Tom Kelly, the poet laureate of the turkey woods, Laura Bates is no stranger to the world of turkey hunting and the impact her father's books have had on so many hunters who take to the woods each spring. With the upcoming launch of the Tenth Legion: Bootleg Revival edition, set for release at the 2026 NWTF Convention and Sport Show, Bates joins the NWTF's Jesse Warner to talk the history of Tenth Legion, the story behind the new release, stories about her dad from her childhood, both her and her dad's perceived c...
2026-01-2259 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 126 Zack McQueenWith the NWTF Photography Contest, sponsored by Tactacam, currently open for submissions at https://your.nwtf.org/photo_contest/ (call for entries closes on January 10, 2026), wildlife and lifestyle photography are on our minds. The NWTF's Jesse Warner continues conversations about wildlife photography by sitting down with Zack McQueen. You may have seen McQueen's work in the NWTF's photo contest, Wyoming Wildlife's Calendar or across social on his channels. They talk Mcqueen's start in photography, his choice of camera equipment, specific shots McQueen worked hard to capture — like the one where you can see a turkey's gobb...
2026-01-091h 14
Turkey Call All AccessEP 125 Clayton Worrell AKA Grizhawkins PhotographyWith the NWTF Photography Contest, sponsored by Tactacam, currently open for submissions at https://your.nwtf.org/photo_contest/ (call for entries closes on January 10, 2026), wildlife and lifestyle photography are on our minds. On the episode, the NWTF's Jesse Warner sits down with talented photographer Clayton Worrell of Cedar Bluff, Iowa. They talk the origin of his photography studio name — Grizhawkins or Grizhawk, tactics used in the field to get shots he wants, setting goals for desirable images and much more! If you enjoy shooting turkeys from behind the lens just as much as you do...
2026-01-081h 08
Turkey Call All AccessEP 124 13th Wild Turkey Symposium Pt. 10: New and Emerging ToolsAs we know there is an elevated interest in wild turkey science within the turkey hunting community, we are working to bring you numerous updates and research summaries from the 13th National Wild Turkey Symposium in Kansas City, Missouri. This episode includes a conversation with the authors and presenters from the following papers included in the "New and Emerging Tools" session: "Investigating diel patterns of predation events in wild turkey using tri-axial accelerometer data" —- Wightman et al.(https://wildlife.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/wsb.1631) "Use of LIDAR to examine habitat selection by...
2025-12-151h 28
Turkey Call All AccessEP 122 13th Wild Turkey Symposium Pt. 8: Human Dimensions and HuntingAs we know there is an elevated interest in wild turkey science within the turkey hunting community, we are working to bring you numerous updates and research summaries from the 13th National Wild Turkey Symposium in Kansas City, Missouri. This episode includes conversations with the authors from the following papers included in the "Human Dimensions and Hunting" session: "Hunting impacts male wild turkey movement and resource selection: insights from a hunted and nonhunted population" — Wightman et al. (https://wildlife.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/wsb.1629) "Geographical variation in male eastern wild turkey gobbling ac...
2025-12-1551 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 121 13th Wild Turkey Symposium Pt. 7: Population Dynamics - A Regional Look Around the USAAs we know there is an elevated interest in wild turkey science within the turkey hunting community, we are working to bring you numerous updates and research summaries from the 13th National Wild Turkey Symposium in Kansas City, Missouri. This episode includes a conversation with the author from the following paper included in the "Population Dynamics - A Regional Look Around the USA" session: "Comparing nesting rate and space use between extant and translocated eastern wild turkeys" — Argabright et al. (https://wildlife.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/wsb.1626) Additional guests include the NWTF's An...
2025-12-1536 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 120 13th Wild Turkey Symposium Pt. 6: Population Dynamics - Larger Spatial ExtentAs we know there is an elevated interest in wild turkey science within the turkey hunting community, we are working to bring you numerous updates and research summaries from the 13th National Wild Turkey Symposium in Kansas City, Missouri. This episode includes conversations with authors or presenters from papers included in the "Habitat Selection" session: "Effects of temperature and precipitation on wild turkey brood survival in the southeastern United States" — Boone et al. (Presented by Chris Moorman) (https://wildlife.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/wsb.70003) "Inter-annual lek fidelity in eastern wild turkey flocks" — Arga...
2025-12-141h 25
Turkey Call All AccessEP 119 13th Wild Turkey Symposium Pt. 5: Habitat SelectionAs we know there is an elevated interest in wild turkey science within the turkey hunting community, we are working to bring you numerous updates and research summaries from the 13th National Wild Turkey Symposium in Kansas City, Missouri. This episode includes conversations with authors or presenters from papers included in the "Habitat Selection" session: "Multi-scale evaluation of eastern wild turkey nest site selection and nest survival" — Moscicki et al. (https://wildlife.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/wsb.1635) "Measuring congruence between available and selected vegetation at wild turkey nest sites" — Bakner et al.
2025-12-1457 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 118 13th Wild Turkey Symposium Pt. 4: Disease Ecology and PredationAs we know there is an elevated interest in wild turkey science within the turkey hunting community, we are working to bring you numerous updates and research summaries from the 13th National Wild Turkey Symposium in Kansas City, Missouri. This episode includes conversations with authors or presenters from papers included in the "Disease Ecology and Predation" session: "Influence of lymphoproliferative disease virus on behaviors of female easter wild turkeys during reproductive periods" — Chamberlain et al. (https://wildlife.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/wsb.1632) "The Notorious P.I.G.: Wild pigs are not primary pr...
2025-12-1249 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 117 13th Wild Turkey Symposium Pt. 3: Wild Turkey GeneticsAs we know there is an elevated interest in wild turkey science within the turkey hunting community, we are working to bring you numerous updates and research summaries from the 13th National Wild Turkey Symposium in Kansas City, Missouri. This episode includes conversations with authors or presenters from papers included in the "Wild Turkey Genetics" session: "Role of kinship in sociality of female eastern wild turkeys" — Chamberlain et al. (https://wildlife.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/wsb.1630) "Genetic structuring and within-flock relatedness of eastern wild turkeys" — Watkins et al. (Presented by Chamberlain) (http...
2025-12-1248 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 116 13th Wild Turkey Symposium Pt. 2: Status, Brood Survey and Hen SurvivalAs we know there is an elevated interest in wild turkey science within the turkey hunting community, we are working to bring you numerous updates and research summaries from the 13th National Wild Turkey Symposium in Kansas City, Missouri. This episode includes conversations with authors or presenters from papers included in the "Status, Brood Survey and Hen Survival" session: "Status and Distribution of Wild Turkeys in the United States" — Dr. Bret Collier (https://wildlife.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/wsb.1621) "A National Standardized Wild Turkey Brood Survey: The First 6 Years" — Zach Danks (http...
2025-12-1157 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 115 13th Wild Turkey Symposium Pt. 1: Wild Turkey Research - The Past, Present and FutureAs we know there is an elevated interest in wild turkey science within the turkey hunting community, we are working to bring you numerous updates and research summaries from the 13th National Wild Turkey Symposium in Kansas City, Missouri. This episode includes summary talks from the "Welcome & Introductory Remarks" session that included Eric Kurzejeski's "Wild Turkey Research: A Look Back" and Dr. Bret Collier's "Wild Turkey Research: Present and Future." Additional guests include the NWTF's John Burk and Doug Little. To view the full symposium agenda, visit www.wildturkeysymposium.org.
2025-12-111h 05
Turkey Call All AccessEP 114 2025 NWTF Conservation Week: Preserving Our Hunting HeritageIt is an exciting time in the NWTF Education and Outreach arena, especially as we continue to grow our programs. The NWTF's vision has always been to unite a nation through the power of the outdoors, and through talking with NWTF education and outreach staff, one can see how far we've come. To celebrate National Hunting and Fishing Day for 2025, we sat down with Mandy Harling, National Director of Education & Outreach Programs, Morgan Evan, the National R3 & Relevancy Coordinator and Jennifer Davis, Hunting and Shooting R3 Coordinator for Michigan about what R3 is, the Hunt fo...
2025-09-271h 08
Turkey Call All AccessEP 113 2025 NWTF Conservation Week: Western RegionIn this episode of the NWTF podcast, we explore what makes the West unique — and why conservation here matters to all of us. The American West is a region of unmatched beauty and opportunity, but also one of incredible complexity. From rugged mountains to sprawling deserts, its vast public lands provide vital wildlife habitat and unparalleled access for hunters, anglers, and outdoor enthusiasts. NWTF staffers take us inside the challenges and opportunities of Western conservation, from wildfire and drought to the growing urban–rural divide. Most importantly, we look at how partnerships and people are comi...
2025-09-2646 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 112 2025 NWTF Conservation Week: Midwestern RegionThe NWTF has just launched its bold new Roots to Roost Initiative — a groundbreaking, cross-boundary conservation effort set to make a landscape-scale impact across the Midwest. This initiative bolsters the organization's conservation, policy, and education efforts to increase wild turkey populations and conserve the diverse ecosystems they depend on. In this episode of the Turkey Call All Access Podcast, we're joined by John Burk and Clayton Lenk, NWTF district biologists; Tyler Rhodes, NWTF National Forestry Initiative forester; and David Gladkowski, NWTF managing editor - web and media. Together, they dig into the vision behind Roots to Ro...
2025-09-2546 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 110 2025 NWTF Conservation Week: Great Plains RegionIn this episode of the NWTF Turkey Call All Access Podcast NWTF staff members from the Great Plains region explore the vital connection between wild turkeys, riparian ecosystems, and NWTF's Waterways for Wildlife Initiative. Together, they break down why riparian corridors—those narrow but powerful "ribbons of life" along rivers and streams—are so important to turkeys, hundreds of other wildlife species and the communities who depend on them. Listeners will hear firsthand how science and research are guiding conservation decisions in the Great Plains, the on-the-ground work NWTF and its partners are doing to rest...
2025-09-2440 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 110 2025 NWTF Conservation Week: Southeastern RegionThe NWTF's Habitat for the Hatch initiative just wrapped up its second year, improving nesting and brood-rearing habitat across the Southeast at an accelerated pace. The initiative is made possible by NWTF state chapters, partners, staff and a shared dedication to the wild turkey. In this episode of the Turkey Call All Access podcast, we're joined by NWTF district biologists Derek Alkire and Ricky Lackey; Daniel Standly, NWTF National Forestry Initiative forester; Doug Little, NWTF Eastern director of operations; Molly Pitts, NWTF forest management manager; and David Gladkowski, NWTF managing editor - web an...
2025-09-2355 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 109 2025 NWTF Conservation Week: Northeastern RegionThere's always something new to learn when you sit down with a group of NWTF biologists and foresters. Our Forests and Flocks Initiative just celebrated its first successful year of many to come, and we wanted to know what this past year looked like for the Northeast. For anyone who wants to learn more about the initiative or wants to hear more about regional conservation efforts, regional biologists Mitchell Blake and Kaylee Szymanski have you covered. For those who are interested in the National Forestry Initiative, NWTF Forester Spencer Como has exactly what you're looking for.
2025-09-2255 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 108 Chris Skates Chris Skates is a freelance writer, former chemist, outdoor writer, political commentator, speechwriter and advisor. Most importantly, though, he is an NWTF member and a long-time turkey hunter. The NWTF's Pete Muller is joined by Skates to chat about the 2025 turkey season, reminisce on Skates' journey as an outdoor writer, past hunting stories — "The Gobbler of Panther Creek" where Skates bagged a bird in the first turkey season in his Georgia County — his time working in government and some of his other novels currently available on Amazon. Make sure to tune in! Also check...
2025-07-171h 11
Prayin and Slayin PodcastOPERATION: CONSERVATION - NWTF with Baylee Taylor🎙️ OPERATION: CONSERVATION — NWTF with Baylee TaylorIn this episode of Prayin and Slayin, we're diving into the mission and impact of the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) — and we’re joined by special guest Baylee Taylor, a key player on the NWTF Merchandise Management team.Baylee gives us a behind-the-scenes look at what goes into managing partnerships, gear, and branded merchandise for a conservation organization of this scale. We also hear her latest turkey hunting story from the Black Hills of South Dakota — plus a few bonus tales from the field.Whether you're a hunter, con...
2025-06-1957 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 107 The Rio Grande Wild Turkey with Paul Campbell, Bret Collier, Pete Muller and Jesse GriffithThe Rio Grande turkey occupies a variety of regions across the country thanks to translocation, but it is primarily known as the bird that occupies the more arid regions of the country, spanning from Texas north to Kansas. This bird also is characterized as being more "gobble-friendly" than its relatives to the east, and for it's caramel colored tips of the primary and covert tail feathers. To close out the four-part series on the main subspecies needed for a wild turkey grand slam, the NWTF's Paul Campbell and Pete Muller are joined by T...
2025-05-291h 29
Turkey Call All AccessEP 106 The Merriam's Wild Turkey with Jason Phelps and Chuck CarpenterTo bag a Merriam's wild turkey, hunter must head west to the more mountainous regions of the country. While these birds may be known for weaker gobbles and some of the shortest spurs and beards of all the subspecies, the snow-white tips of the tail fan for Merriam's turkeys keep turkey hunter heading to the high country year after year! On this episode of Turkey Call All Access, the NWTF's Jesse Warner and Chuck Carpenter are joined by Jason Phelps, of Phelps Game Calls, to recap a hunt they shared in the Pacific Northwest. They cover the...
2025-05-221h 21
Turkey Call All AccessEP 105 The Eastern Wild Turkey with Hunter Farrior, Matt Stewart and Dr. Michael ChamberlainEasterns are the most widely distributed subspecies of the American wild turkey and primarily are found east of the Mississippi River. They are also the most abundant. In fact, you can find them in 38 states and numerous Canadian provinces. Known for their chestnut-brown tip, strong gobbles and longer beards, these birds draw countless hunters to the turkey woods each spring. To cover many of the things that make this subspecies special, we welcome guests Spring Legion's Hunter Farrior, NWTF Editor Matt Stewart and the wild turkey doc himself, Dr. Michael Chamberlain.
2025-04-2457 min
American Hardwood AdvisorWhy Wild Turkey Conservation Matters | Renovation Hunters x NWTFLet’s take a deeper look at the mission of the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF)—an organization dedicated to conserving the wild turkey and preserving our hunting heritage for generations to come.Season 3’s build in Pleasantville, PA took Renovation Hunters, The NWTF, Baird Brothers Fine Hardwoods and Outdoor Channel to a special hunting cabin renovation that brings families together for turkey hunting and time in nature. Learn how this project—and others like it—embody the values that NWTF and Baird Brothers share: conservation, community, and legacy.🌲 Topics Covered:The NWTF’s core mission...
2025-04-1414 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 104 Brian Lovett NWTF Communicator of the Year Award WinnerRenowned outdoor writer and Wisconsin-native Brian Lovett received the NWTF's Tom Kelly Communicator of the Year Award at the recent 2025 Convention and Sport Show in Nashville, Tennessee for his ability to share the message of the NWTF's efforts nationwide. While chasing turkeys in South Florida, the NWTF's Pete Muller sat down with Lovett to talk about a Lovett's career as an outdoor communicator, the changes that have come to the world of turkey hunting, what aspiring outdoor enthusiasts could do to follow in his steps, the continuing role of communicators to save the sport of hunting and s...
2025-04-1050 min
The Winchester Life PodcastNWTF Convention Pt 2 - Live From the Winchester Booth | Ep. 10 Winchester Life PodcastSince 1973, the National Wild Turkey Federation has been dedicated to the research and conservation of the wild turkey. Now with over 500,000 members and 2,000 chapters nationwide, the NWTF has brought the wild turkey back from the brink of extinction, to present day population numbers over 6.5 million. Each year in February, thousands of turkey hunting enthusiasts find their way to Nashville to celebrate their turkey hunting heritage at the NWTF National Convention at the Opryland Hotel and Resort. Over 80,000 attendees from Thursday to Saturday stalked the aisles for the latest and greatest from call manufacturers, clothing brands, firearm and ammunition companies...
2025-04-0750 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 103 Wild Turkey Research with Dr. Michael ChamberlainIn this episode, the NWTF's Paul Campbell sits down with renowned wild turkey biologist Dr. Mike Chamberlain to dive deep into one of the most fascinating developments in modern turkey research — the wildturkeyDNA project. They explore how a casual Super Bowl Sunday conversation sparked a groundbreaking initiative to uncover the origins of odd plumage in wild turkeys and what it could mean for conservation. Dr. Chamberlain breaks down how turkey hunters can contribute to this innovative study, what the team hopes to learn about color variations, hybridization and genetic diversity, and why these findings could help shape th...
2025-03-2746 min
The Winchester Life PodcastNWTF Convention Pt 1 - Live From the Winchester Booth | Ep. 8 Winchester Life PodcastSince 1973, the National Wild Turkey Federation has been dedicated to the research and conservation of the wild turkey. Now with over 500,000 members and 2,000 chapters nationwide, the NWTF has brought the wild turkey back from the brink of extinction, to present day population numbers over 6.5 million. Each year in February, thousands of turkey hunting enthusiasts find their way to Nashville to celebrate their turkey hunting heritage at the NWTF National Convention at the Opryland Hotel and Resort. Over 80,000 attendees from Thursday to Saturday stalked the aisles for the latest and greatest from call manufacturers, clothing brands, firearm and ammunition companies...
2025-03-1753 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 101 Robin Clark, Dan Ferraro & Roy Crain - Wheelin' Sportsmen Coast to Coast Robin Clark of Virginia & Dan Ferraro of Arizona are NWTF award recipients for helping people with disabilities discover or re-discover their passion for the outdoors. From hunting spring gobblers in Virginia to hunting javelina and doves in the deserts of Arizona, these two gentlemen have gone above and beyond what it means to be a mentor, live the mission of the NWTF and embody what it means to be a nation united by the life-changing power of the outdoors. Amongst the hustle and bustle of the 2025 NWTF convention, we sat down with Robin, Dan and NWTF Arizona State Chapter President Roy...
2025-03-061h 09
Turkey Call All AccessEP 100 Will Primos — The Truth About ConservationRenowned conservationist and outdoorsman, Will Primos, recently announced a partnership with the National Wild Turkey Federation, Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation, Ducks Unlimited, Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, and Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever to bring awareness to what conservation is and the role sportsmen and women play through the 'Truth About Conservation.' During the NWTF's Convention and Sport Show, Paul Campbell sat down with Primos to talk about his 'first hunting love,' the roots of the Truth Series, the upcoming auction of the Purdey hammer shotguns and more. Learn more about the Truth About Conservation.
2025-02-2042 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 97 SHOT Show Chats - Jeremiah Doughty & Cody GillDuring the 2025 SHOT Show in Las Vegas, we had a chance to sit down with Cody Gill and From Field to Plate chef Jeremiah Doughty to talk food, getting new people involved in the life-changing power of the outdoors and much more! Doughty is known for his recipes and food photography found on his social outlets, as well as Turkey Call magazine. And, Gill is involved with the NWTF mission through his local chapter, but also dedicates his time to getting people outdoors through his project "West Texas Outfitters."
2025-01-2450 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 96 2025 NWTF Convention and Sport ShowThe National Wild Turkey Federation Convention and Sport Show is a celebration of a year of successes in delivering on the mission and bringing people together through the life-changing power of the outdoors. And, this year will be bigger than the last with new events and chances to win, a bigger Sport Show with more vendors and experiences, and more ways to honor and celebrate NWTF volunteers leading the way in their communities. Join in as the NWTF's Paul Campbell, Pete Muller, Barry Woods and Jesse Warner sit down to talk about a host of events, things that are new f...
2025-01-2350 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 94 Forests and Flocks InitiativeThis past fall, the NWTF launched its newest landscape-level, conservation initiative, Forests and Flocks. At the heart of this Northestern initiative is the NWTF's dual mission to conserve the wild turkey and preserve our hunting heritage. On this episode of the Turkey Call All Acess podcast, the NWTF's Paul Campbell sits down with two of the biologists from the Forests and Flocks region — Cully McCurdy and Mitchell Blake — to talk about how Forests and Flocks will establish critical nesting habitat in the spring, brood-rearing habitat in the summer, and practices that benefit hard and soft mast-bearing trees and...
2024-12-2631 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 93 Island AdventuresAdventures are out there for those who are willing to take the path, or even water, less traveled. On this episode of the Turkey Call All Access Podcast, the NWTF's David Gladkowski and Pete Muller sit down with Nashville recording artist and wild game chef Justin Adams to chat about the adventures had on a coastal island adventure, a trip full of fishing, hunting, crabbing, foraging for oysters and mussels, and the life-changing power of the outdoors.
2024-12-0551 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 92 Christina McGannon JonesChristina McGannon Jones, of Oxford, New Jersey, has helped countless women get their start in the outdoors through the National Wild Turkey Federation's Women in the Outdoors outreach program, but she wears many other hats. Today, she sits down with NWTF Northeastern R3 Coordinator Jess Warner to discuss her start in hunting, her journey to becoming involved with NWTF's education and outreach efforts and much more!
2024-11-211h 06
Turkey Call All AccessEP 91 Bottomland Book ClubThe tradition of telling hunting stories goes back to some of the earliest discovered cave drawings known to man. While the medium for telling these stories has changed over millennia, stories of the hunt are how we share and connect with something that is so fundamentally human. Whether it's the tales of the hunt, the misadventures, our passions for the pursuit or our love of wildlife and wild places, sharing the story is how we connect to something that awakens the soul. On this episode of the Turkey Call All Access Podcast, the NWTF's Paul Campbell sits...
2024-10-311h 16
Turkey Call All AccessEP 90 Mossy Oak GamekeepersOn this episode of the Turkey Call All Access Podcast, the NWTF's Paul Campbell travels to West Point, Mississippi to visit with the Mossy Oak Gamekeepers crew. Campbell is joined by Bobby Cole, Lannie Wallace and Dudley Phelps of the Gamekeepers to share a few turkey hunting stories and discuss all things private land conservation, turkey research and the future of our cherished bird.
2024-10-1756 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 89 Artemis Georgia & Academics AfieldPrograms designed to share the life-changing power of the outdoors are a key component of the NWTF's mission to conserve the wild turkey and preserve our hunting heritage. On this episode, NWTF R3 Coordinator for the Northeast Jesse Warner sits down with Bre Bashford and Coral Minchey to discuss two programs in Georgia — Artemis Georgia and Academics Afield — that are introducing the outdoors to women and college students. Learn more NWTF education and outreach programs that are reaching women, youth or those with disabilities.
2024-10-0359 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 88 2024 Conservation Week - Hunter AdvocacyHunter advocacy plays a crucial role in preserving our hunting heritage. As threats to public lands, hunting access and wildlife habitats grow, the need to advocate for America's hunters is more important than ever to protect our outdoor traditions. For the final podcast discussion of NWTF Conservation Week, NWTF's Morgan Evans and Jesse Warner join NWTF Storyteller Hannah McKinney to dive into national R3 efforts, the Hunt for Good Campaign, the importance of policy and ways you can get involved to make a difference.
2024-09-2734 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 87 Conservation Week Fire DiscussionIt's NWTF Conservation Week, and today's discussion is about fire. NWTF Storyteller Hannah McKinney is joined by a panel of NWTF staffers — NWTF biologists Dave Nikonow and Ricky Lackey, NWTF Director of Conservation Operations West Patt Dorsey and NWTF Wildfire Crisis Strategy Manager Molly Pitts — for a talk about fire across the landscape and the impacts on turkeys and other wildlife. Check out the whole conversation to learn about the history of fire in this country, implementation of fire in the southeast vs the west and also learn what landowners may be able to do on their own...
2024-09-2633 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 86 2024 Conservation Week - Turkey ReproductionNWTF Conservation Week continues with a deep five into a topic that will surely pique the interest of turkey hunters — wild turkey reproduction. Ensuring hens are able to successfully reproduce and recruit poults into adulthood is critical for maintaining a stable wild turkey population across the country. For today's discussion, NWTF regional biologists Chuck Carpenter and John Burk join NWTF Managing Editor of Web and Digital David Gladkowski to discuss the nuances of wild turkey reproduction between their two differing regions and all that goes into making sure hens are able to create more turkeys ye...
2024-09-2547 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 85 Conservation Week - Habitat DiversityWild turkeys and a host of other game and non-game species thrive in a patchwork of habitats, including forests, open grasslands, agricultural fields, water corridors and more. For Conservation Week 2024, NWTF district biologists Derek Alkire, Ryan Boyer and Mitch Blake sit down with NWTF Managing Editor of Web and Media David Gladkowski to talk about the NWTF's efforts to ensure the wild turkey's annual cycle needs are met through habitat diversity and how members and landowners can help.
2024-09-2439 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 84 Conservation Week WaterWho was it that once said, "To talk about conservation and not talk about water is just dry conversation." As the NWTF celebrates its 4th Annual Conservation Week, we would be remiss to not talk about the incredible importance of water and its integral role to the NWTF's mission to conserve the wild turkey and preserve our hunting heritage. NWTF regional biologists Annie Farrell and Clayton Lenk, Western Water Specialist Travis Smith and Director of Conservation Operations Central Jared McJunkin sit down with NWTF Storyteller Hannah McKinney to talk about the NWTF's Waterways for Wildlife I...
2024-09-2333 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 83 Dr. Mike Chamberlain & The NWTF's Endowed ProfessorshipTaking its support of wild turkey research into new territory, the NWTF recently established the first-ever National Wild Turkey Federation Distinguished Professor position with the University of Georgia's Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources. Coming on the heels of the NWTF officially naming Dr. Mike Chamberlain as the chair of this position, the NWTF's Paul Campbell sits down with the Wild Turkey Doc himself and Mark Hatfield, NWTF national director of science and planning, to talk about the landmark announcement and what it means for wild turkeys. Learn more about the NWTF's investments in...
2024-09-041h 04
Turkey Call All AccessEP 82 Leslie Thompson's 4-Part "Niche to Meet You" Podcast About Wild TurkeysPaul Campbell and Pete Muller of the NWTF are joined by Leslie Thompson, the "Niche to Meet You" podcast host, to talk about her new miniseries that was just launched this past week covering wild turkey conservation. While Thompson chronicles her journey to learn about the history and conservation of our cherished bird and the people who play an important role in continuing one of America's greatest conservation success stories, there are few spoilers about the story she tells in her four-part series. You'll have to check out the series on your own to learn a...
2024-08-221h 06
Son of a BlitchEp. 73 - Pete Muller w/ the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) - Conserving Wild Turkey Populations and Family Hunting TraditionsSend us a textEver wondered what it takes to conserve wild turkey populations and ensure the future of hunting traditions? Tune in as George Blitch sits down with Pete Muller, Communications Director at the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF). Pete unveils the rich history of the NWTF, from its founding by Tom Rodgers in 1973 to its groundbreaking habitat conservation initiatives across 49 states. Learn about the organization's unique strategies, like their initial trap-and-transfer projects, and how they continue to shape the landscape for wild turkeys and hunters alike.In t...
2024-07-2253 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 81 R3 SymposiumJesse Warner, the NWTF's Northeastern R3 coordinator, is on location in Mobile, Alabama for the 2024 R3 symposium where more than 220 R3 professionals gathered to engage in and discuss hunting and shooting sports participation. Warner is joined by Bre Bashford, Georgia R3 coordinator, and Michael Addison, Nebraska R3 coordinator, to recount their spring slates of education and outreach successes, talk about the need to grow the ranks of those who support the outdoors pursuits and more! Visit www.nwtf.org to learn more about the NWTF's dual mission to conserve the wild turkey and preserve our hu...
2024-07-041h 12
Turkey Call All AccessEP 80 Beau Brooks and Maggie WilliamsThat's a wrap! Turkey season is over and we're joined by Beau Brooks and Maggie Williams to talk their favorite moments from the season, traveling for turkeys and more. Cover Photo by Casey Lyon. Become an NWTF member here.
2024-06-2745 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 79 Conservation is Contagious : R3 with Jesse WarnerConservation is contagious! On this episode of the Turkey Call All Access Podcast we're talking with the NWTF North East R3 Coordinator, Jesse Warner, NWTF National R3 and Relevancy Coordinator Morgan Evans and Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife R3 Coordinator Astrid Huseby about all things R3. R3 stands for recruitment, retention and reactivation. Whether that's outreach through mentored hunts, JAKES days or other efforts, R3 is a core part of the NWTF mission.
2024-06-1344 min
Turkey TalkExclusive Look At NWTF with Jason Burckhalter | Turkey Talk PodcastIn this inaugural episode of Turkey Talk with Bass Pro Shops, host Rob Keck sits down with Jason Burckhalter, the co-CEO of the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF). This episode dives into the latest in wild turkey conservation efforts and the numerous programs spearheaded by the NWTF. Jason shares his personal hunting experiences, the significance of turkey hunting, and the profound connection it fosters with nature. Tune in to discover the magic of the turkey woods, the importance of preserving our hunting heritage, and what lies ahead in the world of wild turkey conservation. Whether you're a seasoned turkey...
2024-05-2356 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 78 The 200 Year Hatch and TurkeysOn this episode of the Turkey Call All Access Podcast, we're talking the 200 year cicada hatch! This convergence of two periodical cicada broods only happens about every 200 years and we are lucky enough to witness it in our lifetimes. Colton Zirkle of the Missouri Hunting Heritage Federation and NWTF District Biologist talk the life cycles of cicadas, their impact on turkey recruitment and more. Learn about MHHF here. Get connected with NWTF Events here.
2024-05-1650 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 77 Jonathan WilkinsOn this episode of the Turkey Call All Access Podcast, we're talking with Jonathan Wilkins, hunting guide, turkey fanatic, writer and cook. We cover everything from Kentucky Burgoo to DIY hunting vans. He is the owner of Black Duck Revival, a lodge in Arkansas, which you can learn more about here. Get connected with an NWTF Chapter in Arkansas here.
2024-05-021h 37
Turkey Call All AccessEP 71 2024 Convention InsiderThis episode is all about convention! Get the scoop on some of the most exciting auctions, seminars and events at the 2024 NWTF Convention and Sport Show in Nashville. Whether you're watching the best turkey callers show off their skills at the GNCC or perusing the hundreds of vendors available on the show floor, it's sure to be a great time. If you haven't purchased event tickets, there's still time! Get registered here. Don't forget to check out our online auctions, where you can bid on once in a lifetime hunts and more! Learn more here.
2024-02-081h 05
The Young Guides PodcastEpisode #87: Catching Up With Russ McDonald of NWTF South Sound StruttersOn this episode of The Young Guides Podcast, Keaton chats with Russ McDonald from the NWTF South Sound Strutters chapter. Russ is not only the president of his local chapter, but also for the State of Washington. Keaton and Russ talk conservation, upcoming events and current outdoor legislation in Washington.
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2024-02-021h 08
Turkey Call All AccessEP 70 BuckVenturesWe sat down with BuckVentures at 2024 SHOT Show in Vegas to talk our new partnership and shared passion for conservation! Founded in 2003, BVO has gained acclaim for its high-quality outdoor shows, including "BuckVentures" and "The Woodsman." As part of the partnership, BuckVentures Outdoors Productions will feature NWTF's conservation efforts in episodes of "BuckVentures" on the Outdoor Channel, "The Woodsman" on the Sportsman Channel, and on their YouTube channel. This collaboration is expected to bolster the NWTF's membership outreach and create new avenues for engagement across the nation.
2024-01-2640 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 68 Rob KeckOn this episode of the Turkey Call All Access Podcast, we're sitting down the former NWTF CEO and turkey hunting legend Rob Keck! We talk the beginning years of the NWTF and some of the challenges of laying the groundwork for fifty years of conservation work. If you missed our other conversation with Rob Keck, you can watch the full thing here!
2023-12-2144 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 67 The Five Gift RuleThis episode is all about the five gift rule! It's the holidays and if you're looking to get a thoughtful gift for someone who loves the outdoors, you know it can be tricky to pick something. The five gift rule is giving someone a gift they want, one they need, something to wear, something to read and an experience. We hope this holiday prompt sparks your creativity! Check out our Holiday Gift Guide here. To join the NWTF or gift a membership, you can sign up here.
2023-12-1354 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 65 Bumblebees and BunkersWe're talking with Ryan Boyer, Pat McFadden, Doug Little and Scott Fetters about an exciting project that's establishing diverse, native plant habitat on golf courses! With their expanse of acreage — well over 100 acres on average ― golf courses provide untapped potential to benefit wildlife. That is why the NWTF is partnering with the U.S. Golf Association, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Pheasants Forever and other partners to facilitate new research being conducted by Purdue University's Turf Science and Entomology departments. You can read more about the project here.
2023-12-0152 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 62 Wild Turkey Research Rio Grande TurkeyThe Rio Grande wild turkey, a distinct subspecies of North American wild turkey found primarily in Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, New Mexico, and Nebraska, face many threats, such as habitat loss, urbanization, climate change, disease and parasites, and these factors play a significant role in impacting the overall health of Rio Grande wild turkey populations. Recognizing their importance, a new study emphasizes the critical need to closely monitor the health of these populations to ensure their long-term survival. This project is one of 10 new research projects across nine states the NWTF is funding, with $582,374 invested among these vital...
2023-09-1738 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 61 Wild Turkey Research Florida Part 2A new study in Florida is trying to better understand the survival of hens, their choices in habitat selection, nesting chronology and nest site selection. It will look at survival rates of Osceola wild turkeys, including both adult birds and their poults, while closely examining the factors that are linked to their mortality. It will also focus on quantifying the survival and behavior of adult male wild turkeys in hunted and non hunted populations. Researchers aim to gain insights into the impacts of harvest management strategies and season structure on wild turkey populations. This project...
2023-09-1724 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 60 Wild Turkey Research OklahomaThrough our 2023 commitment to wild turkey research, the NWTF has granted funding to an ongoing research project in Oklahoma. It aims to understand the decline of wild turkey and brood survival in the state.Through monitoring hen survival, poult survival, habitat selection and exposure to disease, researchers are taking a comprehensive approach to understand these issues at a deeper level. This project is one of 10 new research projects across nine states the NWTF is funding, with $582,374 invested among these vital projects. These projects are part of a nearly $9 million investment into wild turkey research in 2023, supported by th...
2023-09-1531 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 59 Wild Turkey Research WisconsinWildlife managers in numerous Eastern U.S. states have observed decreasing patterns in yearly Eastern wild turkey offspring and have proposed that a diminished number of successful hatches could influence declines in local populations. In Wisconsin, a new research initiative intends to shed light on crucial aspects of turkey survival, recruitment (when new individuals are added to a population) and population dynamics (the factors that affect the increase, stability and decrease of populations over time) using innovative methods and technology. We talk with Christopher Pollentier about the project and wild turkey populations in Wisconsin. Read m...
2023-09-1536 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 58 Wild Turkey Research KansasAs part of its 2023 investment in wild turkey research, the NWTF is helping fund a new project led by Kansas State University; the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks; and the U.S. Geological Survey, Kansas Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit. To establish a poults-per-hen ratio of two or higher, the success of a hen raising a healthy brood and recruiting poults to juveniles is essential. The emerging research will examine the diets of poults and hens in their most critical stages for recruitment: the first two weeks for poults and nesting periods for hens.
2023-09-1545 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 57 Wild Turkey Research Florida Part 1In 2019, a report in Science made headlines worldwide, stating that North America's bird population had decreased by 3 billion birds since the 1970s. Researchers deciphered this staggering number using advanced statistical methods integrating wide-ranging data sources, including multiple annual bird censuses, historical data and even weather radar data that can quantify migratory birds. Now, researchers at the University of Florida want to take a similar approach with wild turkeys, painting a clearer picture of wild turkey abundance across the country. "Currently, there are few methods to reliably estimate wild turkey abundance, meaning that managers and practitioners often rely...
2023-09-1519 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 56 Wild Turkey Research MississippiState-of-the-Art Wild Turkey Research Continues for Second Year. Traditional methods of estimating turkey populations have proved difficult, but this study aims to improve population estimates by genetically analyzing fecal matter and feathers from an area to track individuals. This effectively allows researchers to create a database of individual wild turkeys on a specific project site by analyzing genetic material in the field. Learn more about the project here: https://www.nwtf.org/content-hub/pioneering-wild-turkey-research-underway-in-mississippi
2023-09-1519 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 55 Wild Turkey Research IowaWhat is impacting the wild turkey population to a higher degree: increased predators or lack of sufficient habitat to avoid becoming prey? Or both? This question is at the heart of a comprehensive wild turkey research study in southeastern Iowa – where there is no shortage of predators and the five-year poult-to-hen ratio averages 1.9, indicating the population is in decline. The ongoing project is being conducted by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, Luther College and the USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service. The NWTF Iowa State Chapter is providing funding for the project, and the NWTF al...
2023-09-1533 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 54 Wild Turkey Research TennesseeAs part of its 2023 investment in wild turkey research, the NWTF is helping fund a unique project out of the University of Tennessee examining potential factors that may be causing wild turkey eggs to fail to hatch. The project will occur between the 2024-26 wild turkey nesting seasons. And while the work is happening in Tennessee, the research findings may have applications beyond state lines. In fact, many state wildlife agencies are participating in Gerhold's project. "Various state wildlife agencies will gather unhatched eggs either by nest searching, word of mouth by the public or finding nests...
2023-09-1530 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 53 Recruiting New HuntersOn this episode, we're talking with Mandy Harling and Teresa Carroll about recruiting new hunters, what makes a successful outreach event, and more. If you're interested in mentoring new hunters, this is a must listen! It's Conservation Week and National Hunting and Fishing Day is just a few days away. It's a great opportunity to bring someone out into nature with you! If you're interested in volunteering and meeting likeminded hunters, you can get connected with a local chapter here: https://www.nwtf.org/chapters To see what events are happening near you, ch...
2023-09-1554 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 52 Conservation Week UpdateOn this episode we're talking with Jared McJunkin, Patt Dorsey, and Doug Little about our latest conservation projects. We're touching on the Rocky Mountain Restoration Initiative, our new Habitat for the Hatch and Wild Turkey Research programs, how private land owners can get involved in improving their habitat, Waterways for Wildlife, and more! If you're passionate about wild turkey conservation, this is the episode for you! Don't forget that it's also NWTF Conservation Week. Tag us in your outdoors adventures and habitat work at #nwtfconservationweek.
2023-09-1551 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 51 Reaper Boats & Full Strap and StringerOn this episode of Turkey Call All Access, NWTF communications staff sit down with folks from Reaper Boats and Full Strap and Stringer outfitters to discuss the NWTF's 50th Anniversary Sweepstakes, the love of waterfowl hunting, and how – whether it is a boat, a guided hunt or the necessary gear – the prizes in the NWTF's 50th Anniversary Sweepstakes are sure to create some happy hunters and a lifetime of memories. Make sure to enter the sweepstakes before 9/30 to take advantage of the early bird special, which allows entries to be doubled! You heard that right! The Grand Priz...
2023-09-1436 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 50 Chatting with NoslerIn this episode we're chatting with John Nasson, Business Director for Nosler, Madi Woodward, Marketing Director at Nosler, and Chase Davidson, NWTF Southeast Regional Director. As a way to support our mission to conserve the wild turkey, Nosler has created an awesome raffle. Enter here before it closes! https://www.nosler.com/ultimate-gear-package.html Episode Artwork Credit: Monte Loomis
2023-09-0752 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 48 Southern Fried Turkey TalkThis episode is all about the Southeast! We're talking with NWTF's Chase Davidson, regional director in Alabama; Davy Blessing, regional director in Virginia and West Virginia; and Johnny McKinion, regional director in Mississippi. We cover the new Habitat for the Hatch initiative aimed at addressing turkey declines in the Southeast as well as the next generation of passionate turkey hunters and conservationists. Check out Episode 47 for a deep dive on Habitat for the Hatch and also read more here: https://www.nwtf.org/content-hub/nwtf-introduces-new-initiative-to-combat-turkey-declines-in-southeast
2023-08-1541 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 47 Habitat for the HatchIn this episode, we're talking Habitat for the Hatch, a brand new initiative focused on turkey decline in the Southeast. Doug Little, Director of Conservation in the East Region and Derek Alkire, District Biologist get into the initiative, what they hope to accomplish and the challenges the Southeast faces. You can learn more about the project here: https://www.nwtf.org/content-hub/nwtf-introduces-new-initiative-to-combat-turkey-declines-in-southeast
2023-07-1945 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 46 Wild Turkey Research 2023This episode is all about wild turkey research! We recently announced a historic $9 million investment into 10 vital research projects aimed at bolstering wild turkey populations. Director of Development Paul Campbell and National Director of Conservation Services Mark Hatfield get into the weeds on that project, wild turkey research approaches, and more! If you're passionate about the wild turkey and conservation, you won't want to miss this episode! Read more about our latest investment into wild turkey research here: https://www.nwtf.org/content-hub/wild-turkey-research-to-receive-nearly-9-million-from-nwtf-and-partners
2023-06-2947 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 44 Allison Schumacher and Derek AlkireOn this episode we're talking drones and AI in conservation! Allison Schumacher gives us the scoop on a collaboration between the University of Missouri and Texas Parks and Wildlife to utilize drones equipped with thermal imagery to fly over roosted birds in order to gain much needed population data. Derek Alkire, NWTF District Biologist, talks the use of drones for controlling invasive plants and for prescribed fire. Special thanks to Nomad, Sawyer, and Bass Pro Shops. You can read more about drones in conservation here: https://www.nwtf.org/content-hub/drones-and-conservation Get a li...
2023-06-091h 00
Turkey Call All AccessEP 43 Emilie Cram and Cliff CadetWe're talking with Emilie Cram, NWTF Maine State Chapter board member and Cliff Cadet, president of the NYC Metro Longspurs. They give us an update on their turkey seasons as well as upcoming events in their states. If you're from Maine or New York and are looking to connect with like-minded hunters, make sure you get in contact with them. Show Notes: NYC Metro Longspurs: https://www.nwtf.org/chapters/nyc-metro-longspurs-ny NWTF Maine: https://www.nwtf.org/chapters/maine-state-chapterme East Texas Superstocking Efforts 👉 https://www.nwtf.org/content-hub/eastern-turkeys-return-to-angelina-county-texas Vermo...
2023-05-251h 16
The Young Guides PodcastEpisode #57: Rich Mann of NWTF Part 1 - Mentoring Young Hunters and Turkey Hunting in WashingtonOn this episode of The Young Guides Podcast, Keaton and Kyle chat with Rich Mann. Rich is the NWTF (National Wild Turkey Federation) Washington State Vice President, Yakima Basin NWTF Chapter President and the NWTF Save the Hunt Coordinator. Rich has inspired and educated many young hunters in Washington State during his time with NWTF, the WDFW as a wildlife officer and as a hunter education instructor. On part one, we learn about Rich's background and how he got the turkey hunting bug. He breaks down his learning curve for hunting turkeys in Washington State. On part two, Rich s...
2023-03-1637 min
Turkey Call All AccessEP 39 Convention Conversations PT 2Day 2 of the 2023 NWTF Convention and Sport Show podcast conversations are now available! On day 2 you'll hear from Mark Prudhomme, Bill Dickinson, Bret Collier, Daniel Haas w/ Jason Hart, Brock Hutchinson, Lauren Plunkett, Alan Probst, Mark Drury, Simon Khiabani, Ronnie Evans, Drew Sorenson, Dr. John Delony, Omar "Crispy" Avila & Dan Compton!
2023-02-244h 42
Turkey Call All AccessEP 39 Convention Conversations PT 1Day 1 of the 2023 NWTF Convention and Short Show podcast conversations are now available! On day 1 you'll hear from co-CEO Jason Burckhalter, Cuz Strickland, Robbie Kroger, Al Stewart, Matt Hughes with Sandy Brady, Matt Light, Sydney Broadaway, Beau Brooks, Aaron Warbritton, Helen Cho & Durrell Smith!
2023-02-233h 37
Turkey Call All AccessEP 38 NWTF Convention 2023 PreviewIt's time for the 47th NWTF Convention and Sport Show! We're just scratching the surface on this one. We discuss the LIVE podcast sessions, Special Events for our Upper Level members, Seminar schedule and speakers, and talk about the GNCC and Hall of Fame.
2023-02-101h 27
On the Limb Podcast with Nature's Voice Game CallsNWTF with Regional Director Davy BlessingLet's talk NWTF folks !! In a little over 2 weeks the NWTF will have their biggest show, the grandest of them all the NWTF Convention and Sports Show in Nashville, TN. Join us as we talk with Regional Director for WV and Southwestern VA Davy Blessing. We talk everything from what the NWTF does for conservation and the wild turkey hunting heritage to folk/herd management and the many outreach programs that the NWTF has to offer, Get involved folks, contact your local chapter leader TODAY!!Below are some links to make that happen. Kick back, relax and have...
2023-02-0839 min
The Turkey Hunter Podcast with Andy Gagliano & Cameron Weddington | Turkey Hunting Tips, Strategies, and Stories428 - 2023 NWTF Convention and Sport Show Preview with Pete Muller2023 NWTF Convention and Sport Show Preview with Pete Muller
This week, Pete Muller with the NWTF joins Cameron and Andy to give us an update on what is going on at the NWTF and to fill us in on the upcoming 2023 NWTF Convention and Sport Show happening in Nashville in February.
The NWTF has set some lofty goals for 2023 - its 50th year anniversary.
Recruit 75,000 new adult members
Raise $500,000 for wild turkey research
Positively impact 1,000,000 acres
Dedicate $1,000,000 for our Hunting Heritage programs
Raise $5,000,000 to invest in our people and modernize our IT infrastructure
Raise $5,000,000...
2023-01-191h 04
Turkey Call All AccessEP 37 Matt Hughes & Sandy BradyThis week on the podcast, we sat down with UFC Hall of Famer Matt Hughes and dedicated NWTF volunteer Sandy Brady to bring you a story of resurrection and redemption. We discuss Hughes' tragic accident and how a random act of kindness spurred a friendship and gave a new purpose to one of MMA's more legendary fighters.
2023-01-121h 04
Turkey Call All AccessEP 35 Holiday Gift Guide 2022This week, the NWTF's own Fred Bird and Gilbert Randolph got together virtually for some holiday fun. They discuss the gift guide recently posted to social channels and also share in some holiday-themed banter.
2022-12-151h 14
Turkey Call All AccessEp 32 Sportsman's BoxThis week we're talking with Adam Whitehead and Nick Wilson of Sportsman's Box! They share their experience starting the company and we open up the new NWTF Sportsman's Box on air.
2022-11-031h 09
HuntStand Podcast#013 - Pete Muller - Get to Know the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF)Tune in as we get to know more about what the NWTF does as we sat down in turkey camp with Public Relations Manager of the NWTF; Pete Muller. He gives us more insight on what the NWTF does in conservation efforts, hunter recruitment, saving the habitat, and saving the hunt.BECOME AN NWTF MEMBER HERE: https://your.nwtf.org/membership/step1.phpCHECK OUT THE NWTF: https://www.nwtf.org/aboutGET THE HUNTSTAND APP:Download: https://bit.ly/HuntStand-App-YT
2022-04-2639 min
The Spring Legion PodcastEpisode 31: Conservation Talk with NWTF's CEO, Becky HumphriesToday, we have a very special guest for our listeners, Mrs. Becky Humphries, CEO of The National Wild Turkey Federation. We are honored to have had the opportunity to get the run-down on such a beneficial organization and a look into what the future may hold for their efforts. We think y'all will find a lot of value in the information Mrs. Humphries provides. In this episode: The history of the NWTF The NWTF On-The-Ground Mission Details on this year's NWTF Convention How to become a member of the NWTFWhy it is important that turkey hunters join orga...
2021-08-1727 min
Hunt Fish EatTalking Turkey with Shawn Roberts NWTFI had the honor of spending a couple days with my buddy Shawn Roberts down at his place in Northeast Texas. I have hunted hogs with Shawn before and he was gracious enough to let me stay in is guest bedroom while I was hunting with some guys from The Element Podcast. Shawn has been working like a madman getting things ready for the upcoming Virtual National Wild Turkey Federation Convention. Shawn is the NWTF Regional Director for Texas and is also getting ready for the upcoming Convention. I was able to pin him down for a c...
2021-02-151h 44
Habitat PodcastHabitat Podcast #82 - Pat McFadden - Turkey Habitat, NWTF, Roosting & Bugging, Dusting Areas, Food Plot Choices, Habitat Consults, Hunting Strategy w/Habitat Improvement, Base Camp & Supporting Conservation OrganizationsHabitat Podcast #82 - Pat McFadden - Pat joins Jared and Brian on a great episode talking all things Wild Turkey. Pat is a very dedicated supporter/member/habitat director of the NWTF, National Wild Turkey Federation, as well as an agent for Base Camp Country Real Estate. We cover: Turkey Habitat - 5 different types NWTF - Who are they and what do they do/have done for habitat and for the Wild Turkey. Roosting, Bugging & Dusting Areas, Early Successional habitat for Turkeys, Food Plot Choices for Gobblers, Ha...
2020-06-051h 27
Wild Game Based PodcastNWTF Weathering The Storm - Interview With Pete Muller - Episode 10 - April 30, 2020This week we are joined by Pete Muller, Public Relations Manager for the NWTF (National Wild Turkey Federation.
We have a great discussion on some of the ways that NWTF is working to keep in touch with it's members and donors through the use of online technology.
With a mix of online fund raising, interactions and entertainment, they are keeping their members and fans engaged, and entertained during these trying times of isolation and quarantine.
More important than their find raising is the fact that they are showing what a strong community of hunters and conservationists looks like.
All of...
2020-04-2844 min
Land & Legacy - Habitat + HuntingManaging Right of Ways with NWTF's Steve BarlowDuring this podcast, we sit down with Steve Barlow of NWTF and associate Travis Rogers of Corteva. These two gentlemen represent large groups actively working to increase the conservation footprint around the country, but specifically within power line and gas right of ways. These clearings transect large blocks of timber and offer great opportunities for diversity. In the country, over 14 million acres of right of ways exist. That is a huge resource that offers an incredible amount of land to positively impact game and nongame species. Currently, large land management companies are using mechanical means to keep the...
2020-02-1847 min
American Roots Outdoors w/ Alex RutledgeEagle Seed / Wounded Warriors & Thunder in the Hills Disability Hunt / NWTF ConventionSend a textMike Crase is joined by Wayne Lach from the floor of the 44th Annual NWTF Convention in Nashville Tennessee where he has a special guest, Brad Doyle from Eagle Seed, who will cover the What,When & How of planting Food Plots to attract and hold the Wild Turkey on your property. For more information on Eagle Seed plese click here:https://www.eagleseed.com/Then Wayne is joined by John Manning from Team Ohio who brings along a friend of...
2020-02-1744 minThe Turkey Hunter Podcast with Andy Gagliano & Cameron Weddington | Turkey Hunting Tips, Strategies, and Stories271P - 2020 NWTF Convention and Sport Show Preview with Pete Muller2020 NWTF Convention and Sport Show Preview with Pete Muller
This week I have Pete Muller with the NWTF on the show to speak about the upcoming NWTF Convention and Sport Show happening February 13 - February 15, 2020 in Nashville, TN.
Pete shares with us the huge change the NWTF has for this year's show regarding the dates of the show. He also lets us know about the details of the calling contests, the auctions, the dinners, the parties, and much more.
If you plan on attending the 2020 NWTF Convention and Sport Show in Nashville in t...
2020-01-0941 min