National Wild Turkey Federation, Union Sportsmen’s Alliance Join Forces : (left to right) Forrest Parker, USA director of conservation and community outreach, and Ross Melinchuk, NWTF vice president of conservation.
EDGEFIELD, S.C. – -(Ammoland.com)- The Union Sportsmen’s Alliance and National Wild Turkey Federation signed a historic Memorandum of Understanding today pledging cooperation on a variety of efforts benefiting conservation and the preservation of North America’s outdoor heritage.
Finalized June 26, 2018 at the 85th Annual Midwest Association of Fish & Wildlife Agencies Directors’ Meeting in Bismarck, North Dakota, the agreement outlines strategies to collaborate on campaigns targeting wildlife habitat protection and enhancement, public access, mentorship, outreach and education.
“This partnership is a perfect example of how two very different organizations can unite to influence the future of conservation while increasing mission delivery for both,” said Forrest Parker, USA director of conservation and community outreach.
“We are blessed with highly skilled union volunteers, who each year donate thousands of hours to conservation projects and outreach events across the nation,” he continued. “Our friends at NWTF are also doing amazing things in communities around the country. We are honored to help increase the impact of these efforts, while showcasing the dedication and unwavering commitment of the American union worker.”
The two groups are already joining forces in Michigan, where USA volunteers from the United Auto Workers’ Ford Michigan Ramp Team are building NWTF Turkey Tract Kiosks for placement on game management areas around the state. The kiosks, created as part of the USA’s flagship conservation program—Work Boots on the Ground—promote public access to quality turkey hunting, educate the public on the benefits of habitat management and conservation, and help build a connection between hunters and the local community.
“We are excited about formalizing our partnership with USA through this
