The Oklahoma State Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation recently met in Oklahoma City to review Hunting Heritage Super Fund project proposals for 2026 funding awards. Following the ranking process, the NWTF Oklahoma Board of Directors approved a slate of conservation, research and outreach projects totaling more than $1 million in combined funding and partner support across the state.
The board budgeted $37,725 for conservation projects, $12,500 for research, $5,000 toward the NWTF’s Waterways for Wildlife Initiative, $2,500 toward the NWTF’s Habitat for the Hatch Initiative, and $34,209 for hunting heritage projects, including education and outreach events, chapter scholarships and more. NWTF conservation project awards will be matched by $933,202 in partner or grant funds for the approved projects.
“I want to sincerely thank our dedicated volunteers across Oklahoma who work tirelessly to raise these critical funds,” said Annie Farrell, NWTF district biologist. “Their commitment allows us to invest directly in the state’s top conservation priorities: improving habitat, supporting wild turkey research and expanding our hunting heritage programs. Because of their efforts, 2026 will be another strong year for wild turkeys in Oklahoma.” The NWTF’s Super Fund is a funding model through which NWTF volunteers raise money at banquets and other fundraisers, allocating a significant portion of those funds back into meaningful conservation and outreach projects in their respective states and beyond. Across Oklahoma, the approved projects will focus on improving priority habitats, advancing prescribed fire, removing invasive species and strengthening long-term research efforts to benefit wild turkeys and a wide range of wildlife species.
View projects. About the National Wild Turkey FederationSince 1973, the National Wild Turkey Federation has invested over half a billion dollars into wildlife conservation and has positively impacted over 25 million acres of critical wildlife habitat. The NWTF has also invested over $10 million into wild turkey research to guide the management of the wild turkey population and to ensure sustainable populations into perpetuity. The organization continues to deliver its mission by working across boundaries on a landscape scale through its Four Shared Values: clean and abundant water, healthy forests and wildlife habitat, resilient communities, and robust recreational opportunities. With the help of its dedicated members, partners and staff, the NWTF continues its work to provide Healthy Habitats. and Healthy Harvests. for future generations.
