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About This Quiz
The wild turkey was on the verge of becoming an endangered species in late 1960s and early 1970s. Things started to change when an avid turkey hunter who was having trouble pursuing his favorite sport decided to do something about the problem. Thus began what many federal and state government agencies believe is the most successful wildlife conservation story in North America's history. Take this quiz on the NWTF to learn more about this organization.
In what year was the National Wild Turkey Foundation (NWTF) founded?
1967
1973
According to nwtf.org, the National Wild Turkey Federation is the leader in upland wildlife habitat conservation in North America. The NWTF is a nonprofit organization dedicated to conserving the wild turkey and preserving the American hunting heritage.
1979
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What organization did the NWTF choose to model itself after?
Royal Society for the Protection of Birds
The Nature Conservancy
Bass Anglers Sportsmen Society
The Bass Anglers Sportsmen Society (BASS), headquartered in Montgomery, Alabama, was started in 1968 when its founder decided he wanted to restore the bass population to sustainable levels, improve the environment and leave a heritage of bass fishing for future generations.
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Who was the founder of the Bass Anglers Sportsmen Society?
Tom Rogers
Ray Scott
The Bass Anglers Sportsman Society was started by Ray Scott. Scott worked with local officials, volunteers and other anglers interested in the same ideals and developed a one-of-a-kind national organization.
Bill Clark
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Who established the National Wild Turkey Foundation?
Tom Rogers
Tom Rodgers established the National Wild Turkey Foundation in Fredericksburg, Virginia. Rogers was an avid turkey hunter who was concerned about the dwindling numbers of wild turkeys. He worked as an insurance salesperson and journalist when he established the NWTF.
Bill Clark
Tony Smith
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Where is the headquarters of the NWTF presently located?
Lexington, KY
Scranton, PA
Edgefield, SC
The headquarters of the NWTF, called the Wild Turkey Center, is located in Edgefield, South Carolina. The national headquarters is where you'll find the Winchester Museum, the only museum in the world dedicated to the restoration, conservation and history of the wild turkey.
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How many members does the NWTF currently have?
500000
The NWTF has about 500,000 members, with local chapters in every state and in Canada.
350000
275000
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What is the estimated wild turkey population of the United States?
about 4 million
about 7 million
There are some seven million wild turkeys in North America. When the NWTF started, there were only about 1.3 million turkeys left.
about 10 million
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What service does the NWTF provide for landowners and other organizations?
land management expertise
native grass seeds
both of the above
As part of its multifaceted approach to turkey conservation, the NWTF provides land management expertise and products such as native seed grass to landowners and other organizations concerned with environmental preservation.
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How fast can a turkey move when it is feeding?
one mile per hour
two miles per hour
Turkeys can move about two miles (3.26 kilometers) an hour while feeding. Feeding areas need to have plenty of cover and feed for the large birds to survive.
three miles per hour
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How does the NWTF raise most of its funds?
through sales from controlled turkey harvests
from federal governments funding
from private donations and membership fees
The club raises money through membership dues, sponsor fees and donations in order to forward its goals. The NWTF now also receives funds from corporate partners.
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What is one way in which the NWTF increases the wild turkey population?
transfer of wild turkey populations
The monies raised by the NWTF go to transfer and reestablish wild turkey populations and to educate people about hunting and conservation. They also provide land management assistance and wildlife tips to landowners or anyone who enjoys the outdoors.
wild egg harvesting and controlled hatching
operate three wild turkey hatcheries
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What is the name of the NWTF program for kids 13 and under?
JAKES
If you are 13 years old or younger and you like hunting, fishing, hiking, camping or just being outside with your family, JAKES is the program for you. JAKES stands for Juniors Acquiring Knowledge, Ethics and Sportsmanship.
Turkey Juniors
Poults
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What does the Turkey Hunters Care program do?
gives frozen turkeys to needy families
Since 2001, the Turkey Hunters Care program has distributed frozen turkeys to needy families during the holidays. NWTF chapters across the country provide frozen, domestic turkeys to less fortunate families in their communities.
gives food packages to needy families
provides 10,000 turkeys to soup kitchens
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What is the name of the NWTF program designed for physically challenged people?
Hunt Ability
Wheelin’ Sportsmen
Wheelin' Sportsmen is a NWTF program designed for disabled sportsmen and sportswomen to help them enjoy outdoor hunting experiences and events.
Fit for the Hunt
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What did early settlers and Native Americans do with wild turkeys in addition to using them for food?
made birdcalls out of their bones
According to outdoorlife.com, Native Americans and settlers used turkey bones as birdcalls. Some say this kind of call sounds more like the real thing than any other turkey call device on the market.
used their bones to make weapons
ground their bones to make fertilizer
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How many acres of wild turkey native habitat has the NWTF been able to save from disappearing?
seven million acres
10 million acres
14 million acres
The NWTF claims to have been able to save nearly 14 million acres (5.67 hectares) of native habitat since its inception.
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What other program does the NWTF provide utilizing the population of wild turkeys?
feather distribution to Native American tribes
NWTF members collect wing and tail feathers in good condition, clean them and send them for distribution to Native American tribes, for use in their ceremonies.
government lobbyists advocating shorter hunting seasons
clay turkey shoots
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How much money has the NWTF raised in order to fund their programs?
$226 million
$279 million
The NWTF partners, members and other donors have accounted for more than $279 million in donations and funds from memberships. Today the wild turkey is nearly restored in North America, and leaders and members of the group are looking to the future to see what conservation will look like in the next 35 years.
$321 million
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About how many feathers has the NWTF provided for Native American ceremonies?
five million
seven million
According to wingsmart.com, the NWTF has contributed more than seven million feathers to Native American ceremonies since 1982. Members participating in the feather program are eligible to win a gun during the director's meeting each August, and everyone receives a Feather Distribution Project pin for their first donation.
nine million
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How much does a regular one-year membership in the NWTF cost?
15
20
30
An annual membership costs $30 and members will receive one year of Turkey Call magazine, an issue of the Caller newsletter, a decal, and a member card. If you're a student, an officer in the military, disabled, or a woman there are special NWTF memberships ranging from $10 to $30.
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You Got:
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