National Wild Turkey Federation/East Texas Chapter

10/18/2026

Thank you Life Fellowship for allowing us to be part of Cast and Connect today!
Dillon Santelli
Dillon Taylor
NWTF-Texas

10/06/2026

10/06/2026

Thank you sir for all that you did for our country and the outdoor enthusiasts that inhabit it. Now go shake hands with The Fox for me…
🇺🇸🦃🦊

After 99 remarkable years, our dear friend Col. Tom Kelly has flown home to his final roost.

He was a veteran of two wars and a pioneer in Alabama forestry before the turkey hunting world knew his name. At age 46, at his wife Helen’s urging, he finally immortalized the cult of old school turkey hunters. His Tenth Legion galvanized the culture and went on to become one of the bestselling and most beloved hunting books ever written. For decades after, he captivated the turkey hunting world with woodsmanship and wit in books and in columns everywhere from Field & Stream to Sports Illustrated.

This spring, the frost will finally begin to fade. The dogwoods will wake from winter with thoughts of blooming. The wise old owl will call good morning to the woods around him. And an old longbeard will stand tall on the limb and stick his neck out. For the first time in 100 years, he’ll shout to the woods the return of the season without Col. Tom Kelly around to feel it.

We’ll miss you, Colonel.

09/19/2026

09/08/2026

🔥 EAST TEXAS — YOU SHOWED UP AND SHOWED OUT!!! 🔥

WOW. JUST WOW. 🤯

Saturday, August 22nd will officially go down as a HISTORIC NIGHT for the East Texas Chapter!

For the FIRST TIME EVER in the history of this chapter…

💰 NET PROFITS EXCEEDED $100,000!!!
🔥 NET-TO-GROSS EXCEEDED 70%!!!

Those numbers are absolutely incredible — but what’s even more incredible is the people behind them!

To everyone who bought a ticket, attended the banquet, volunteered your time, donated an item, sponsored the event, played a game, bought raffle tickets, bid in the auctions, or simply showed up and supported us — THANK YOU!!! 🙏

You all came together and absolutely BLEW US AWAY with your generosity and support!

On behalf of the entire East Texas Chapter Committee, we cannot thank you enough. Your continued support allows us to keep growing, keep giving back, and keep doing what we love.

This wasn’t just a successful banquet…

THIS WAS A RECORD-BREAKING NIGHT! 🏆🔥

East Texas, we are incredibly grateful for every single one of you.

THANK YOU. THANK YOU. THANK YOU!

WE LOVE Y’ALL! ❤️

Now… who’s ready to do it all over again next year?! 😎🔥

09/04/2026

🦆🎯 HEY PARENTS! LET’S GET THESE KIDS OUTDOORS! 🌲

Anderson County Delta Waterfowl is excited to host a Hunter Education Course for local youth ages 9–16!
This is a great opportunity for young hunters to learn about hunting safety, conservation, responsibility, and the outdoors — while spending the day learning, making memories, and meeting other young outdoor enthusiasts!

📅 October 17th
⏰ 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Evangelistic Temple
3011 TX Loop 256
Palestine, TX 75801
👦👧 Ages 9–16
🍽️ Lunch will be provided!
💚 AND HERE’S THE BEST PART:
Anderson County Delta Waterfowl is covering the course cost for up to 25 local youth! 🎉
Spots are limited, so don’t wait to get registered!

👉 Register here:
https://tpwd.elementlms.com/course/hunter-education-classroom-course-13198/

Whether your child is already an avid outdoorsman/outdoorswoman or just getting started, we’d love to have them join us!
Teach them to hunt. Teach them to respect the outdoors. Teach them to conserve it. 🦆🌲
Please share this post with any local families who may be interested!

08/22/2026

Only 16 more hours! We can’t wait to host you! 🦃

08/15/2026

Athens, TX — ARE YOU READY?!?! 🔥

We’re just 7 DAYS AWAY from an incredible night at the Cain Center! Come join us for a night of fun, fellowship, food, and fundraising!

🎟️ If you haven’t bought your tickets online, PLEASE DO SO ASAP! We want to make sure we have enough food and drinks for everyone. And this year may possibly be our LARGEST EVENT YET!!!

WHAT TO EXPECT:
🔥 Live & Silent Auctions
🎟️ Huge selection of raffle items
🎯 Games & Prizes
🎣 Fishing Trips
🦌 Hunting Trips
🏕️ Outdoor Gear & Equipment
💥 25+ Freedom Sticks
🍽️ Great Food
🍹 OPEN BAR

You do NOT want to miss this one! Bring your friends, bring your family, and get ready for one heck of a night!

https://events.nwtf.org/evt-19841

ATHENS, TX — WE’LL SEE YOU IN 7 DAYS!!! 🎉

National Wild Turkey Federation/East Texas Chapter
NWTF-Texas
Dillon Santelli
Dillon Taylor