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October 10, 2026
Hot Springs, SD
National Wild Turkey Federation

Fall River BQT

Fall River BQT

Join us on October 10, 2026, in Hot Springs, SD, for the exciting Fall River BQT hosted by the NWTF! Experience the best steak in town while enjoying a day filled with fun JAKES activities designed especially for kids. This family-friendly event celebrates our rich hunting heritage and supports the NWTF’s mission to conserve wildlife habitats for future generations. Whether you're a seasoned hunter or new to the outdoors, the Fall River BQT offers a memorable way to connect with nature, share traditions, and contribute to vital conservation efforts. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a thriving outdoor 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
Chapter & Event Sponsors
Calista Alley
Event Sponsor
Don Massa
Event Sponsor
Jesse Simpson
Event Sponsor

Interested in sponsoring Fall River BQT? See sponsor packages above or reach out to Kevin Alley.

Plan your evening

Event Schedule

5:00 PM
Doors Open
7:00 PM
Dinner
8:00 PM
JAKES Auction
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Available Tickets

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

Single Ticket & Meal
The Single Ticket & Meal package includes one Adult Annual membership, granting you access to exclusive benefits throughout the year. This package also features a dinner ticket, ensuring you enjoy a delicious meal while engaging in the evening's festivities. Ideal for anyone looking to experience the event with an all-inclusive setup at a great value.
$75.00
Sponsor Table
Experience the ultimate night with the Sponsor Table package, featuring one Adult Sponsor membership and seven Adult Annual memberships. With your purchase, you'll also snag a $250 Raffle Pack, perfect for enhancing your evening's excitement. All of this comes together for an incredible value that elevates your banquet experience!
$1,200.00

What impact has the NWTF made in South Dakota?

The NWTF has been a leading force for wildlife conservation and the preservation of our hunting heritage in South Dakota. 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 6,864 acres across South Dakota. 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 South Dakota represents a passionate community of hunters, conservationists, and outdoor enthusiasts united by a common mission. With 2,111 adult members and 1,325 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 Waterways for Wildlife Initiative is a comprehensive, landscape-level effort developed by the National Wild Turkey Federation to address critically urgent conservation needs in riparian ecosystems along rivers and streams in the Great Plains of the United States.
6,864 Positively Impacted Acres in South Dakota
3,436 New Members in South Dakota
Waterways for Wildlife Initiative in South Dakota

Other Notable South Dakota Achievements

Achievement

Virtual Fencing Program Partnership

South Dakota NWTF partnered with the USDA Forest Service on a virtual fencing program that will reduce the need for fencing that can restrict wildlife movements while allowing producers to more precisely and efficiently manage grazing near critical riparian areas.

Conservation

Black Hills Forester and Watershed Coalition Work

The NWTF's Black Hills forester works with landowners, the Natural Resources Conservation Service, and South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks to design and implement forestry best management practices. NWTF staff also sit on the Black Hills Area Watershed Coalition to help coordinate conservation priorities in the Black Hills.

Outreach

Conservation Camp Support

For nearly 40 years, the South Dakota State Chapter has provided funding toward the Wildlife Federation's Conservation Camp for youth across the state.