The first Bald Eagle I ever saw was on the western end of Mt Magazine in Arkansas. I was about half way up the highest point in the Ozark range when I saw a big black bird with a white head and a white tail flying over the the high point of the mountain, then I heard its high pitched scream. All I could do was stare in amazement, at this breathtaking sight, of which will be ingrained in my minds eye for ever.

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EDGEFIELD, S.C. The National Wild Turkey Federation's (NWTF) Hunting Heritage Super Fund distributed more than $159,000 across North America in December of 2008 as it continues its mission of wild turkey conservation and protecting our hunting traditions.

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EDGEFIELD, S.C. The National Wild Turkey Federation's (NWTF) Hunting Heritage Super Fund distributed more than $159,000 across North America in December of 2008 as it continues its mission of wild turkey conservation and protecting our hunting traditions.

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EDGEFIELD, S.C. The National Wild Turkey Federation's (NWTF) Hunting Heritage Super Fund distributed more than $159,000 across North America in December of 2008 as it continues its mission of wild turkey conservation and protecting our hunting traditions.

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The National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF)’s Florida State Chapter recently provided more than $70,000 in funding for habitat improvement projects across Florida’s National Forests, as well as 22 state-owned Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs), including several State Forests.

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The best hunt is a SAFE hunt! Both novice and experienced sportsmen should continuously review basic safety practices. The fall turkey season requires different tactics and safety precautions from the spring gobbler season. Dressing right is the key to both safe and successful turkey hunting. While sitting still is most important, full camouflage helps hunters blend into the surroundings and elude the turkey's keen eyesight.

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Each spring, the National Wild Turkey Federation’s wildlife biologists hear the fears of concerned hunters who don't understand that prescribed burns in March and April -- months generally known as wild turkey nesting months -- are far more beneficial than harmful to wild turkey populations. However, the NWTF's wildlife biologists have research showing the years of improved nesting and brood habitat created by a growing season prescribed fire is far more important to the turkey population than the loss of a few nests.

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"Talkin' Turkey"

If you haven't already started, it's time to brush up on your turkey calling, 'cause spring gobbler season's here.

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Larry Perrin of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) was honored with the prestigious Henry S. Mosby Award at the National Wild Turkey Federation's (NWTF) annual Convention and Sport Show in Atlanta, Ga

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