NWTF-Indiana

09/03/2026

Heads up, Indiana hunters. DNR put and take pheasant reservations go on sale Wednesday, Sept. 9 at 7 a.m. ET, with hunts running Nov. 21 to Nov. 29!

Reservations for Put and Take Pheasant Hunts go on sale Wednesday, Sept. 9 at 7 a.m. ET. Hunts will take place between Nov. 21 and Nov 29. Hunt details, including purchasing instructions, are available on the reserved draw webpage here: IN.gov/dnr/fish-and-wildlife/hunting-and-trapping/reserved-hunts/

New this year: Pheasant hunt reservations will open for purchase in phases by property as listed below. All sales begin at the date and time listed and remain open until Nov. 9 or until all hunts are sold.

• Glendale and Tri-County Fish & Wildlife areas (FWAs) hunt reservations open Sept. 9 at 7 a.m. ET.
• JE Roush and Atterbury FWAs hunt reservations open Sept. 16 at 7 a.m. ET.
• Pigeon River and Winamac FWAs hunt reservations open Sept. 23 at 7 a.m. ET.

Also new for this year, a limit of 20 hunts per customer applies for each sales phase. For example, a customer may purchase up to 20 hunts total for the Glendale and Tri-County FWAs sale and then purchase up to 20 additional hunts for the JE Roush and Atterbury FWAs sale.

Willow Slough FWA: Put and take pheasant hunts are no longer offered at Willow Slough FWA to allow for the continued re-establishment of wild ring-necked pheasant and bobwhite quail. Wild ring-necked pheasant hunting is available at Willow Slough FWA and associated properties during the regular season (Nov. 1 – Dec. 15).

Hunters should go to GoOutdoorsIN.com to purchase put and take reservations. Hunt reservations are sold on a first-come, first-served basis. A $30 fee and $1 tech fee are charged for each reservation.

09/03/2026

Congrats to the Indiana NWTF Calendar week #35 winners (9/2/26)! Savannah B. (Etna Green, IN Calendar A #501) and Clint M.(Aurora, IN. Calendar B #829).

08/26/2026

Congrats to the Indiana NWTF Calendar week #34 winners (8/26/26)! Darren R. (Warren, IN Calendar A 39) and Erin J. (Indianapolis, IN. Calendar B #352).

08/25/2026

Wild Turkey Trashcan Nachos! Football season is HERE, so why not impress your friends with this tasty recipe? Full recipe here: https://www.nwtf.org/content-hub/wild-turkey-trashcan-nachos

08/21/2026

Curious about hunting? Sign up for a mentored dove hunt in a safe, fun setting! All info on the flyer or contact NWTF Rep. Pat Navarre 765-491-0859 [email protected]

https://purdue.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3JfoxuuSFkV9cH4?Q_CHL=qr

Open to any new hunter. Sept 13th 3pm in Boswell, IN. Everything supplied for you, no cost. Sign up now, space is limited.
Event Partners: NWTF, Indiana DNR and Purdue Forestey & Nat. Resources.

08/20/2026

Congrats to the Indiana NWTF Calendar week #33 winners (8/19/26)! Ryan S. (Fort Wayne, IN Calendar A 116) and Garrick S. (Carthage, IN. Calendar B #284).

08/19/2026

DON'T WAIT!

NWTF's Kickoff to Fall Auction showcases hunts, fishing trips, vacations, merchandise, fi****ms, and more!

Check out the auction for your chance to bid on one-of-a-kind auction items. Thank you for your support of the NWTF.

https://www.onlinehuntingauctions.com/NWTF-Kickoff-to-Fall-Auction_as117938

08/18/2026

Conservation groups meet with Governor Braun to discuss how we can work together better, improve conservation and protect the outdoor lifestyle through stronger collaboration.

Thank you to all who attended and Governor Braun for opening his door for discussions. We look forward to future conversations and actions!

Even if you do not agree on everything it's always better to talk, find common ground and work for improvements.

Participating organizations included:
Indiana Sportsmans Roundtable
Backcountry Hunters & Anglers
National Wild Turkey Federation
Pheasants Forever / Quail Forever
National R***e Association
Indiana Conservation Officers FOP
Fur Takers of America
Safari Club International
The Nature Conservancy
Indiana Land Trust Alliance
Indiana Wildlife Federation
Indiana State Parks Alliance
Ducks Unlimited
Indiana Conservation Alliance (INCA)

08/15/2026

August is National Shooting Sports Month. Confirm your zero, shoot your bow from real hunting positions, break a few clays. There are no do overs in the field, so put the reps in now. Bonus, every purchase of fi****ms, ammo and archery gear funds habitat and hunter education through Pittman Robertson. Take a new shooter with you. Link below.

Time at the range is about much more than improving accuracy. It's about becoming a more responsible, ethical hunter. When an opportunity presents itself in the field, there are no do-overs. Consistent practice helps ensure that when you squeeze the trigger or release an arrow, your shot lands exact...

08/14/2026

Indiana went from a wild turkey population on the brink in the early 1900s to birds in all 92 counties today. More than 2,600 turkeys released across 175 sites between 1956 and 1999 got us here. Proud to be part of that story. Full 50 state breakdown at the link.

https://www.nwtf.org/content-hub/state-by-state-americas-wild-turkey-comeback?fbclid=IwVERDUATsZrJwZG9mBWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHhzyKUilg3s0wbwBcUkMJw6DLg5lkDimbxGINkZN-m6EAM_7cc7Hxla8KEv1_aem_Npbjn57X41oyyjF49SVOgg

Today, the NWTF has a presence in all 50 states. While wild turkeys thrive in 49 of them, the federation's mission extends far beyond a single species, supporting conservation, education and the preservation of our nation's hunting heritage. From landmark restoration efforts and unique subspecies to...