EDGEFIELD, SC — The National Wild Turkey Federation will return to Nashville, Tennessee, in less than two weeks for its annual Convention & Sports Show and celebration of the mission’s 50th anniversary. Longtime partner Mossy Oak once again supports the celebratory event as an Official Convention Sponsor.
“Each year, the NWTF convention is the highlight of Mossy Oak’s annual business cycle,” said Mossy Oak CEO Toxey Haas. “It is truly our ‘family reunion’ each year as we reconnect with our strongest and deepest relationships, both personal and business. It’s a celebration of the love of the wild turkey and all things wildlife conservation like no other. And, for Mossy Oak, it’s where we get the greatest of privileges to support what we love so much and our life’s work: our beloved wild turkeys!
Mossy Oak, the official convention sponsor since 2018, will continue to provide support for many aspects of the convention and sports spectacle, including youth calling competitions, the recently added Family Adventure Trail, sponsorship of Waterin’ Hole, and much more. . Mossy Oak will also occupy booth #701 on the Sport Show floor.
Outside of convention support, Mossy Oak’s association with the NWTF includes its continuation as the NWTF’s official camouflage and annual support for wild turkey research efforts.
“What a special convention this is going to be; we are thrilled to have Mossy Oak as our Official Convention Sponsor again,” said Natalia Daniels, NWTF National Director of Corporate Relations and Licensing. “The Mossy Oak team is fully committed and has big plans for the show. Be sure to stop by their booth and see for yourself.”
The first event of the NWTF Convention and Sport Show, officially sponsored by Mossy Oak, is the Pub Crawl scheduled for the night of Wednesday, February 15. Convention festivities officially open on Thursday, February 16 with meetup sessions, the Kickoff Party and the inauguration of the Sport Show Floor, featuring more than 450 of the best exhibitors in the outdoor industry. The NWTF Sport Show takes place Thursday through Saturday at the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center. The convention festivities conclude with a worship service on Sunday, February 19.
About the National Wild Turkey Federation
Since 1973, the National Wild Turkey Federation has invested more than half a billion dollars in wildlife conservation and has conserved or improved more than 22 million acres of critical wildlife habitat. The organization continues to advance wildlife conservation, forest resiliency, and robust recreational opportunities across the US by working beyond borders at the landscape scale.
2023 is the 50th of the NWTF he anniversary and an opportunity to push the organization’s mission into the future while honoring its rich history. for his 50 he anniversary, the NWTF has set six ambitious goals: positively impact 1 million acres of wildlife habitat; raise $500,000 for wild turkey research; increase membership to 250,000 members; dedicate $1 million to education and outreach programs; raise $5 million to invest in technology and the people of NWTF; and raise $5 million to build a $50 million endowment for the future. Find out how you can help us achieve these lofty goals.