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Since 1973 the National Wild Turkey Federation has fought to conserve wild turkeys and protect the hunting heritage. In 2016, the organization is asking for your help. More specifically, it's asking members—both current and prospective—to "Rise and Fly" and help spread the mission's good word.

The National Wild Turkey Federation is asking members—both current and prospective—to "Rise and Fly" and help spread the mission's good word.

Wild turkey legs and thighs are a great option for building tasty taquitos. Try this simple recipe for a last-minute snack, or freeze them to bring along on your next hunting trip.

Even as turkey populations nationwide have declined, turkey hunters have remained optimistic. That attitude stands in contrast to hunters overall, particularly deer hunters, who seem grumpier all the time. Game agencies weigh these attitudes as they seek ways to reduce turkey harvests without reducing hunter satisfaction.

The National Wild Turkey Federation announced more than $360,000 in funding for seven new research projects in six states, addressing the needs of wild turkey populations.

Thinly sliced breast marinated in Asian flavors then sautéed in a hot pan is about the easiest preparation of wild turkey. Add your favorite vegetables and some chow mein noodles and you’ve got a moist, flavorful, healthful meal.

Building a sauce with layers of flavor is a great way to utilize the dark meat from an old gobbler, and adding mushrooms and herbs sourced in the outdoors is an excellent reminder that we can live off the land and utilize all edible parts of what we harvest.

If there isn’t a favorite wild turkey recipe amongst your clan, these thunder-crunch gobbler fingers might be just the ticket.