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Habitat Conservation

Support for State projects to conserve habitats

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November 1, 2026
Altona, NY
National Wild Turkey Federation

Lake Champlain Turkey Talkers Banquet

Lake Champlain Turkey Talkers Banquet

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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.

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Available Tickets

Every ticket is a dinner seat and a direct contribution to New York 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 New York?

The NWTF has been a leading force for wildlife conservation and the preservation of our hunting heritage in New York. 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 7,859 acres across New York. 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 New York represents a passionate community of hunters, conservationists, and outdoor enthusiasts united by a common mission. With 9,712 adult members and 503 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.
7,859 Positively Impacted Acres in New York
10,215 New Members in New York
Forests and Flocks Initiative in New York

Other Notable New York Achievements

Outreach

JAKES Days and Mentored Hunts

The Hardwood Strutters hosted a successful JAKES event in 2025 with activities including animal track molds, .22 rimfire rifle shooting, rock painting, archery shooting, turkey calling, building bluebird houses, shotgun shooting, tie-dying shirts and learning about white-tailed deer. In addition to multiple JAKES days and seminars, 26 mentored hunts were hosted to get JAKES, Wheelin’ Sportsmen and new adult members into the woods and educated about the outdoors.

Funding $40,575.00

Public Land Projects and Equipment Purchases

New York NWTF funded $40,575 in public land habitat management projects and state agency equipment purchases in 2025. Projects included contracted timber stand improvement in oak stands, installation of prescribed fire infrastructure, wildlife opening rejuvenation, and the purchase of a flail mower and seed drill. Projects took place in four of the nine state agency regions.

Funding $180,000.00

Forests and Flocks Commitment

New York State has committed $180,000 to the Forest and Flocks Initiative. Of this amount, $130,000 will be allocated to the Northeast Endowed Professorship to support wild turkey research in perpetuity.

Conservation

Conservation Seed Program

New York NWTF members requested 716 bags of corn in 2025, which will provide over 2,100 acres of standing corn through the winter.