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Southern Maryland Chapter NWTF
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Fuel conservation in Maryland
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The Freedom Bash
An evening of food, fun & fellowship
Conservation in action
Every ticket protects Maryland habitat
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October 28, 2026
La Plata, MD
National Wild Turkey Federation

Southern Maryland

Southern Maryland

Join us for the 2026 Southern Maryland NWTF Banquet on October 28th in La Plata, MD, the largest banquet in Maryland packed with excitement! Doors open at 5:00 PM, welcoming everyone eager to support the National Wild Turkey Federation's vital conservation efforts and the preservation of our rich hunting heritage. Enjoy a night filled with incredible raffle items and thrilling games, perfect for hunters, outdoor enthusiasts, and families alike. This event is a fantastic opportunity to celebrate tradition, contribute to wildlife conservation, and connect with the community. Don’t miss out on an unforgettable evening supporting a great cause!
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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 Southern Maryland? See sponsor packages above or reach out to Kevin Alley.

Plan your evening

Event Schedule

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

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

Youth
Jakes Ticket
The Jakes Ticket package includes a JAKES membership, which is ideal for young outdoor enthusiasts. With this package, you'll receive one dinner ticket to enjoy a meal as well as a test item to engage with. It's a great opportunity to connect with the outdoor community while benefiting from included experiences.
$40.00
Couple Package
The Couple Package is designed for two, including 2 Adult Annual memberships that provide great value throughout the year. You’ll receive 1 Dinner Ticket, ensuring a delightful evening filled with good food and conversation. Enjoy the benefits of membership while sharing an enjoyable experience together. A perfect choice for pairs looking to connect over a shared interest!
$100.00
Sponsor Table
Embrace an unforgettable evening with the Sponsor Table package, featuring one Adult Sponsor membership and seven Adult Annual memberships, perfect for an entertaining night out. Included in this package are eight dinner tickets and a Barron Spiket to elevate your dining experience. Gather your friends and enjoy a lively atmosphere that promises great food and engaging conversations, all while supporting a worthy cause.
$1,200.00

What impact has the NWTF made in Maryland?

The NWTF has been a leading force for wildlife conservation and the preservation of our hunting heritage in Maryland. 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 2,770 acres across Maryland. 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 Maryland represents a passionate community of hunters, conservationists, and outdoor enthusiasts united by a common mission. With 2,840 adult members and 359 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. The initiative will engage in policy efforts that stand up for hunters' rights and help facilitate outdoor experiences for all.
2,770 Positively Impacted Acres in Maryland
3,199 New Members in Maryland
Forests and Flocks Initiative in Maryland

Other Notable Maryland Achievements

Outreach

Southern Maryland Youth Deer and Turkey Hunts

The Southern Maryland Chapter hosted a fall youth deer hunt and spring youth turkey hunt in 2025. The fall hunt had 73 participants and over 120 mentors and volunteers, with participants harvesting 35 deer. The spring turkey hunt also had 73 youth participants and harvested 21 turkeys, 16 of them by first-time hunters. In total, Maryland hosted 25 mentored hunts including Adults, JAKES, Wheelin' Sportsmen and Women in the Outdoors.

Funding $25,160.00

Public Lands Habitat Management and Equipment

Maryland NWTF provided $25,160 toward public lands habitat management and equipment purchases in fiscal year 2025, including prescribed fire equipment and personal protective equipment to outfit a prescribed fire trailer for use on private and public lands in Kent County.

Funding $3,785.00

Gobbler Reward Band Payments

Maryland NWTF provided $3,785 in payments for gobbler reward bands in 2025. Incentivizing gobbler bands improves band returns and reporting rates and ultimately provides the state agency with more accurate data on spring gobbler harvest rates.