
Cooking Wild Game: Pan-Fried Stuffed Trout
The hard part is over now that you’ve landed the trout…it's…

Cooking Wild Game: Blackened Catfish
You’ve just caught the largest catfish of your fishing career,…

Nominations Open for 58th Annual Conservation Achievement Awards
Tennessee Wildlife Federation, one of the largest nonprofits…

The Art of Duck Calling
One critical aspect of hunting is learning how to mimic wildlife…

Cooking Wild Game: Wild Turkey Nuggets
It’s time to clear the freezer of last year’s wild turkey…

Tennessee Needs More Outdoor Writers
As one of the largest organizations in Tennessee dedicated…

Chronic Wasting Disease Secures Needed Support; Expected Passage for CWD Management Act
Congress is expected to pass the CWD Research and Management…

Demystifying Public Hunting Land Access
Through the Federation’s various educational opportunities…

Cooking Wild Game: Jalapeno Duck Poppers
Don't let that successful weekend in the blind go to waste. Sometimes…

Cooking Wild Game: Spaghetti and Venison Meatballs
You've got the venison in your freezer, now what? Sometimes preparing…

Like a Duck to Water: Waterfowl Hunting Gear Everyone Needs to Start
If you have ever been hunting, you know what a special connection…

2023 Calendar Winners Announced
The 2023 Tennessee Wildlife Federation Photo Contest has…

Federation to Restore Forest and Grassland Habitats in Tennessee
Tennessee Wildlife Federation, one of the largest and oldest…

Scholastic Clay Target Program 2021-2022 Season Wrap Up
That’s a wrap for the 2021-2022 Tennessee Scholastic Clay…

Free Opportunity for Youth to Try Busting Clay Targets
Tennessee Wildlife Federation’s Scholastic Clay Target…

Tennessee Wildlife Federation’s Hunters for the Hungry Celebrates 25 Years
Tennessee Wildlife Federation, one of the largest and oldest…

Tennessee CLEAN Coalition Member Highlights Tennessee CLEAN Through Art
A new mural encouraging people to support Tennessee CLEAN,…

Michael Butler Looks Back On 20 Years as CEO
In 2002, after a five-year stint as a technical advisor,…

Grasslands Conservation Legislation Will Strengthen Collaboration, Save Endangered Landscapes
The North American Grasslands Conservation Act will help…

Tennessee Wildlife Federation Provides Convenient Access to Outdoor Recreation Skills: New Virtual Classes Announced
Tennessee Wildlife Federation, one of the largest and oldest…

New Bill Would Gut Conservation Funding
The 1937 Pittman-Robertson (PR) Wildlife Restoration and…

Athletes Win Big Among Challenging State Championships
Tennessee Wildlife Federation, one of the largest and oldest…

RAWA Inches Closer to Passage; House Votes “Yes” on Conservation
On June 14, the U.S. House of Representatives voted to pass the…

Teaming up with State, Army Corps to Ensure Clean Water
On April 28, Federation policy staff participated in a day-long…

Largest Wetland Restoration to Date Completed
Tennessee Wildlife Federation, one of the largest and oldest…

Settlement Protects Duck River from Impacts of Tennessee’s Growth
The Duck River is North America’s most biodiverse river.…

Support Conservation While You Shop at Amazon and Kroger
Did you know that you can support conservation while you…

Tennessee Wildlife Federation Honors State’s Top Conservationists
Tennessee Wildlife Federation celebrated its 57th annual…

Hunters for the Hungry Distributes 500,000+ Servings of Protein to Those in Need
Tennessee Wildlife Federation, one of the largest and oldest…

Looking for a Tax-smart Giving Strategy in 2022?
If you have an individual retirement account (IRA) and are…

Federation Clinches A Win for Public Lands
Public Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs) managed by the state…

Tennessee Wildlife Federation Adds Four to Board of Directors
Tennessee Wildlife Federation, one of the largest and oldest…

Tennessee’s Eastern Spotted Skunk is Getting Harder to Spot
Whether you’re driving down the road or walking through…

Tips for Successful Spring Nesting
As the days grow longer and the temperatures rise, our fine…

Federation Helps Secure Much-Needed Federal Funds for Invasive Carp Control
Since 2019, the Federation has been integral to the efforts to…

Pre-Season Shoot Showcases This Year’s Talent
On March 6th, Tennessee Wildlife Federation held its first…

Proposed Legislation Could Keep This Warbler in Song
Golden-winged warblers (Vermivora chrysoptera) are slim,…

Blackberry Farm Executive Joins Tennessee Wildlife Federation Advisory Board
Tennessee Wildlife Federation, one of the largest and oldest…

Tennessee General Assembly Session Begins 2022
The 112th Tennessee General Assembly reconvened on January 11.…

Conservation x Crypto: Tennessee Wildlife Federation Now Accepting Cryptocurrency Donations
Tennessee Wildlife Federation, one of the largest and oldest…

The Little Brown Bat with Big Problems
Recovering America’s Wildlife Act needed to restore little…

Swimming for Survival: Meet the Endangered Minnow Found Only in a Few Tennessee Streams
The laurel dace (Chrosomus saylori) is an endangered and rare…

New Bill Aims to Transfer WMA Away From State
Public wildlife management areas (WMAs) managed by the state…

Tennessee Shows Up in Strong Support For CWD Research and Management Act!
The U.S. House of Representatives passed the CWD Research...

Tennessee Frogs Are Ready for Spring
Though much cold weather looms ahead, the winter solstice…

Nominations Open for 57th Annual Conservation Achievement Awards
Tennessee Wildlife Federation, one of the largest and oldest…

Federation Welcomes New Director of Communications, Colleen Dolan
Tennessee Wildlife Federation, one of the largest and oldest…

Hunters for the Hungry Aids in Tornado Relief
This week, thanks to the generosity of hunters and processors…

Angling for Some Fun: Bill Dance Lends Legacy to Support Tennessee’s Lakes
Iconic sportsman Bill Dance might be redubbed Saint Nick…

Blocking and Tackling To Stop Invasive Carp on a National Scale
Football and the national effort to stop invasive carp have a lot in common...

75 Years of Conservation: Conservation Is Collaborative
Conservation is no single approach or method. It’s a collaborative…

Federation Collaborating With Wildlife Agency To Get More Families Outside Hunting and Fishing
Ryan Bachor has had a passion for the outdoors since he can…

Tennessee Wildlife Federation To Restore 6,800 Acres of Cumberland Plateau Habitat
Tennessee Wildlife Federation is partnering with Ruffed Grouse…

Deer Processors: The Heart Behind Hunters for the Hungry
Deer season is here and Hunters for the Hungry is once again…

Senator Hagerty Supports Bipartisan Bill To Help At-Risk Wildlife
Senator Bill Hagerty has signed onto a bipartisan wildlife conservation bill...

2022 Wildlife and Landscape Photo Contest winners
Thank you to everyone who entered Tennessee Wildlife Federation's…

Collaborating with Tennessee’s Science Teachers to Tackle Litter!
Tennessee Wildlife Federation’s policy staff was honored to…

Svend Brooks Joins Federation Advisory Board
Knoxville resident with an international upbringing adds a new…

Garden Spiders
Garden spiders, those large yellow-and-black ones that create those intricate webs with the zigzag pattern in the center...

SCTP Athlete Shoots 375 Straight, Wins World Championship
Tennessee Scholastic Clay Target Program athlete goes up…

The Federation Weighs in on Waters of the U.S. Rule
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Army Corps…

Mississippi River Facing Severe Ecological Decline
Tennessee’s western border and one of the nation’s most…

Addressing Tennessee’s Litter Problem at the General Assembly
On September 16, expert panelists organized by the Tennessee…

Hunters Can Donate Their Deer to Feed Tennessee Families in Need
Tennessee Wildlife Federation’s Hunters for the Hungry…

Tennessee Wildlife Federation Promotes Rebeca Bell as Director of Development
Tennessee Wildlife Federation, one of the largest and oldest…

Youth Invited to Try Busting Clay Targets for Free
Tennessee Scholastic Clay Target Program (SCTP) invites youth…

Keeping Water Flowing at Cordell Hull
Cordell Hull Lake, on the Cumberland River just northeast of…

Public Lands Duck Hunting Access Increases
Statewide polling showed a large majority of waterfowl hunters…

Corporate Council Strengthens Federation’s Work Statewide
Tennessee Wildlife Federation is proud to partner with businesses…

Collaborate Our Way to No Litter
Opinion article by Michael Butler, CEO of Tennessee Wildlife…

Sen. Lamar Alexander | 75 years of Tennessee Wildlife Federation
In celebration of Tennessee Wildlife Federation's 75th year,…

Summer Sun Creates Winter Habitats
As the blazing summer sun begins to bake your flowers and shrubs,…

Conserving the Duck River for All Uses
On July 14, at a public meeting on the Duck River, the Federation…

Athletes Bust Targets at State Championships
This June, the Tennessee Scholastic Clay Target Program 2021…

Conservation Wins at the Tennessee General Assembly
This past legislative session, Tennessee Wildlife Federation’s…

Experts Hosting Free Virtual Classes on Outdoor Skills
Tennessee Wildlife Federation’s Hunting and Fishing Academy…

75 Years of Conservation: Celebrating Others
For 75 years, Tennessee Wildlife Federation has been dedicated…

Athletes Earn Titles at State Championships
More than 2,000 youth athletes, from middle school to college,…

America’s Longest Serving Wildlife Chief, Gary Myers
In celebration of Tennessee Wildlife Federation's 75th year,…

Help Native Species Stay Hydrated
As the heat intensifies during the peak of summer, many small…

How to Keep Hummingbirds Happy and Healthy
Feeding hummingbirds is an incredibly popular activity and…

Comprehensive, Statewide Litter Pollution Study Underway
The Tennessee Advisory Commission on Intergovernmental Relations…

Federation Celebrates 75 Years: Some Things Never Change
Since our founding in 1946, Tennessee Wildlife Federation has…

Federation Honors Tennessee’s Top Conservationists
Each year, the Federation recognizes individuals and companies…

Hunting and Fishing Academy Offers Virtual Classes
In addition to hosting hands-on outdoor experiences for novice…

Prescribed Burns Completed At Savage Gulf Natural Area
Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation—in…

Hunters for the Hungry Provides 569,000 Servings of Protein to Neighbors in Need
For more than two decades, Hunters for the Hungry has fed Tennesseans…

Tennessee Wildlife Federation Adds Development Coordinator
Tennessee Wildlife Federation, one of the largest and oldest…

Why We’re Tackling Litter in Tennessee
When we think about the great state of Tennessee we envision…

Gov. Phil Bredesen | 75 years of Tennessee Wildlife Federation
In celebration of Tennessee Wildlife Federation's 75th year,…

Nature Note: Native Bees
Everyone wants to save the bees. That’s a laudable idea,…

Tennessee Wildlife Federation Adds Gifts Manager
Tennessee Wildlife Federation, one of the largest and oldest…

Woodcocks Signal the Coming of Spring
Along with the calls of spring peepers, nothing says spring…

Tennessee Wildlife Federation Adds Director of Policy
Tennessee Wildlife Federation, one of the largest and oldest…

Athlete Finds Community on All-Girls Trap Team
A senior in high school, Olivia Longsworth, is one of the…

Former TWRA Director Ed Carter Shares his Views About the Federation’s Work
Ed Carter retired in May 2020 from his position as executive…

A Letter From Chairman of the Board of Directors, Bruce Fox
Last week marked my first as chairman of the board for Tennessee…

112 Teens Spend Weekend Duck Hunting at 13th Annual Waterfowl Hunt
Last weekend in duck blinds across northwest Tennessee, 112…

Sheriff’s Office Teams Up With Hunters for the Hungry
This February, the Henry County Sheriff’s Office teamed up…

Nominations Open for 56th Annual Conservation Achievement Awards
Tennessee Wildlife Federation, one of the largest and oldest…

$25M Authorized to Erect Asian Carp Barriers on Tennessee, Cumberland Rivers
Tennessee Wildlife Federation, one of the largest and oldest…

Funding, Time Remains for Hunters to Donate Deer to Feed Those Out of Work
During the holidays, there’s still time and funding for…

Prescribed Burns Being Used at Savage Gulf Natural Area to Restore Native Habitat for Wildlife
Tennessee Wildlife Federation is partnering with the Tennessee…

Federation Supporters Help Secure Passage of Two Conservation Bills
This year two landmark conservation bills were passed—the…

Federation, Nature Conservancy Collaboration Generates National Support
Late this summer, Tennessee Wildlife Federation and The Nature…

Donor Shares About Impacting Wildlife—Today and for Future Generations
When we talk about wildlife conservation, we are rarely talking…

Families Can Learn To Hunt From Experts with Hunting and Fishing Academy
Tennessee Wildlife Federation, one of the largest and oldest…

Hunters for the Hungry Accepting Donations
Hunters for the Hungry provided more than 561,600 servings…

Federation Monitoring Water and Wetland Protections
For nearly five decades, the nation’s waterways have been…

2021 Calendar Winners Announced
Thank you to everyone who entered Tennessee Wildlife Federation's…

This Thanksgiving, Hunters Can Donate Deer to Help Others Give Thanks
Tennessee Wildlife Federation’s Hunters for the Hungry…

Athletes Score High At Unusual State Championships, Program Welcomes New Recruits
Due to the pandemic, the 2020 Tennessee SCTP State Championships…

No Need to Imagine ‘Day Without Water’
Opinion article by Michael Butler, CEO of Tennessee Wildlife…

Hunters Asked to Donate Their Deer to Feed Tennesseans in Need During COVID-19
Tennessee Wildlife Federation’s Hunters for the Hungry…

America’s Conservation Enhancement Act Passed!
On Oct. 1, the U.S. House followed the Senate’s example…

U.S. Senate Candidates Share Their Opinion on Conservation in Tennessee
In an exclusive interview with Tennessee Wildlife Federation,…

Bird Lovers, Music Lovers, Conservation Groups Donate $27,000+ to Nashville Symphony
Tennessee Wildlife Federation and The Nature Conservancy in…

Youth Invited to Try The Shotgun Shooting Sports For Free
Tennessee Scholastic Clay Target Program (SCTP) invites 4th…

Bird lovers and music lovers unite for Tennessee’s purple martins and the Nashville Symphony
In a campaign launched by Tennessee Wildlife Federation,…

A Huge Win for Tennessee’s Wildlife, Public Lands, Economy
Opinion article by Michael Butler, CEO of Tennessee Wildlife…

6th Annual Wildlife and Landscape Photo Contest Taking Submissions
Tennessee Wildlife Federation, one of the largest and oldest…

Leave a Legacy That Lasts
Ric Wolbrecht first learned about Tennessee Wildlife Federation…

55th Annual Conservation Achievement Awards
Tennessee Wildlife Federation, one of the largest and oldest…

Candidates for U.S. Senate Talk Conservation
Know Candidates’ Views Before Voting November 3
With the…

Conservation Wins at General Assembly
Engaged supporters like you make all the difference for conservation…

The Great American Outdoors Act Passed!
Biggest Conservation Win for Public Lands in Decades
A national…

Cradle of Southern Appalachia Initiative: A conservation blueprint for regional livability
People don’t just enjoy nature, we need it.
Thrive Regional…

Athletes Bring Their A-Game to State Championships
Due to the pandemic, the 2020 Tennessee SCTP State Championships…

Timeline of Work to Better Share Our Rivers
Tennessee Wildlife Federation has heard from anglers and private paddlers...

Why We Need A 21st Century Civilian Conservation Corps
Opinion article by Michael Butler, CEO of Tennessee Wildlife…

Focusing on the Next Asian Carp Funding
Up and down the Tennessee and Cumberland River Basins, Asian…

Native Grasses Offer Great Addition to Your Certified Wildlife Habitat
By Tony Lance, the Federation’s in-house certified wildlife…

In Memory of J. Clark Akers, III
Trailblazing conservationist passes
On February 20, Tennessee…

Federation Program Inspires Athlete to Pursue a Career in Conservation
Growing up in an outdoor family, Minmay Pup was no stranger…

Tennessee’s Underfunded State Parks
Most Tennesseans live within an hour drive of at least one…

Hunters for the Hungry Experiences Funding Cut Due to COVID-19
In March, Hunters for the Hungry experienced the brunt of…

Federation Welcomes New Board Member Bobby Pidgeon
Tennessee Wildlife Federation is honored to welcome Bobby…

Tennessee Wildlife Federation Adds Jill Hanggi to Board of Directors
Tennessee Wildlife Federation is pleased to welcome Jill Hanggi…

Habitat Conservation Program Plants 96,000 Shortleaf Pine Seedlings
In partnership with the Forest Stewards Guild and Tennessee Department…

Gaining Support for America’s Conservation Act
The bi-partisan America’s Conservation Enhancement (ACE) Act…

Tennesseans Staying at Home Encouraged to Create Wildlife Habitats in Their Yards
TennesseeWildlife Federation—in partnership with National…

Informing Tennessee’s Wildlife Professionals
The Federation presented a public policy update about issues…

Father and Son Hunt For The First Time—Begin Lifelong Tradition
Conservation work is often a slow and steady process that…

Talking Carp in D.C. Congressional Briefing
Fishing and recreational boating generate $7.2 billion in economic output and support more than 27,500 Tennessee jobs.

Secured $25M to Fight Asian Carp
This winter, efforts by Tennessee Wildlife Federation and its supporters paid off big!

150,000 Trees Planted By Habitat Conservation Program
Forest or field, stream or river—habitat is where conservation…

The Conservation Funding Crisis
The next time you venture out in Tennessee’s great outdoors,…

Looking Back On A Year of Certifying Wildlife Habitats
Last year—as part of Tennessee Wildlife Federation’s…

12th Annual Davis P. Rice Memorial Youth Waterfowl Hunt
Last weekend in duck blinds across northwest Tennessee, 115…

Federation Program Unlocks College Scholarships
Tennessee Scholastic Clay Target Program (SCTP), one of the…

Representing Fish & Anglers on State Water Plan
Tennessee Wildlife Federation was instrumental in Governor Haslam’s…

Pushing Back on Exemptions to Aquatic Protections
Tennessee Wildlife Federation’s conservation policy team regularly…

Modernizing the Endangered Species Act
There are efforts underway to modernize the Endangered Species…

Leading a Multi-State Response to Asian Carp
Asian carp are invading our waters—harming native fisheries…

Federation Led Effort To Secure Millions for Asian Carp Fight
Asian carp are one of the largest threats facing Tennessee’s…

Federation Welcomes New Director of Finance
Tennessee Wildlife Federation, one of the largest and oldest…

Combating CWD with Landowner Alliance
Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) is here and is a major threat to…

Advancing Funding for the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF)
From national and state parks to community trails and historic…

Supporting Recovering America’s Wildlife Act (RAWA)
Tennessee Wildlife Federation continues to advocate for dedicated…

Securing Funding for Asian Carp Control
For nearly a year, Tennessee Wildlife Federation has been focused…

Nominations Open for 55th Annual Conservation Achievement Awards
Tennessee Wildlife Federation has opened nominations for…

Winter Birding in Tennessee: What to Look For
While it’s fun to casually watch birds at your feeder, learning to...

Federation Adds New Staff Members
Tennessee Wildlife Federation, one of the largest and oldest…

Hunters for the Hungry Ready for New Season
Hunters for the Hungry had its second-best year in 2018—providing…

Land and Water Conservation Fund Receives Partial Funding
This March, the president signed into law the permanent reauthorization…

Federation to Restore 5,400 Acres of Cumberland Plateau Habitat
Through a recently awarded grant, more than 5,400 acres of…

Student-Athletes Named to Scholastic All-State Team
Each year, the Federation’s Tennessee Scholastic Clay Target…

Corporate Council Supports Conservation in Tennessee
Seventy-three years ago, the Federation was founded by an…

LISTEN: October Asian Carp Grassroots Action Call
Tennessee Wildlife Federation is a consistent voice for our…

How You Can Feed the Hungry This Deer Season
Depending on how you like to hunt, deer season is here or…

Funding the Fight Against Asian Carp
Since 1946, Tennessee Wildlife Federation has been a consistent…

2020 Calendar Winners Announced
Tennessee Wildlife Federation's 2020 calendar contest was…

LISTEN: September Asian Carp Grassroots Action Call
Asian carp pose the greatest threat to our freshwater rivers…

Ayers Foundation Joins Asian Carp Fight
The Ayers Foundation, created in 1999 to sustain and significantly…

Hunting and Fishing Academy Adds Staff and More Hunting Opportunities
Tennessee Wildlife Federation's Hunting and Fishing Academy is…

Try the Loudest Sport You’ve Never Heard of
Tennessee Scholastic Clay Target Program invites 4th through…

Hunters Can Donate Deer Now to Feed Hungry Tennesseans
Hunters for the Hungry program is now open for the 2019 deer…

Tennessee Wildlife Federation Adds New Grant Writer
Tennessee Wildlife Federation, one of the largest and oldest…

Hunters For The Hungry Donors Win Knight Rifle Muzzleloaders
“Every Hunters for the Hungry season, we’re impressed…

Grant to Restore 5,400 Acres of Cumberland Plateau Habitat
Through a recently awarded grant, more than 5,400 acres of…

Tennessee SCTP Athlete Impresses at National Competition
After a battle with cancer forced her to sit out of the competition…

Hardin County Wetland Restoration Wraps Up
In Hardin County, 50-acres of low-productivity agricultural…

Being The Voice For Wildlife And Sportsmen on The Hill
We work to ensure the concerns of sportsmen and outdoor enthusiasts…

Tennessee Valley Authority Joins Corporate Council
Tennessee Wildlife Federation is honored to announce one of its…

Federation Family Member, Mitchell Parks Passes
Hunter, angler, and conservationist leaves lasting legacy
In…

Hunters Key to Tracking, Fighting CWD
Hunters asked to act now to help the future of deer hunting…

Athletes Shoot for Success at 2019 State Championships
More than 1,250 youth athletes, from middle school to college,…

Trashing America the Beautiful
Opinion article by Michael Butler, CEO of Tennessee Wildlife…

Federation Welcomes Bobby Goode to Board of Directors
Tennessee Wildlife Federation is pleased to welcome former…

Hunters for the Hungry Reports Second Best Year in Tennessee
The final numbers are in and, thanks to the generosity of Tennessee…

A Little Litter Adds Up To Big Problems For Wildlife
Decades-old problem only getting worse for habitats, wildlife
Litter…

3 Plants You Need in Your Garden Right Now
Whether you have a few porch pots or acres of land to work with, a few small changes can make your yard more wildlife-friendly.

Tennessee’s Leaders in Conservation Honored at 54th Annual Conservation Achievement Awards
On Friday, May 10, Tennessee Wildlife Federation hosted its…

2019 Hunger Challenge State and Regional Winners Help Feed Thousands
Hunger Challenge is an initiative of the Federation’s Hunters…

Create and Certify Your Own Backyard Habitat to Help Wildlife
When it comes to making your yard wildlife friendly, sometimes…

Mother And Son Bond With New Found Love Of Hunting
For Melissa Hinson and her son Noah Hollingsworth, finding ways to spend quality time together isn’t an easy task. Melissa is a single mother working long...

Trail To Harvard Blazed By Conservation, Hunger Challenge
Experience in the great outdoors inspires admissions essay
Freshman…

Fortitude and Grace
Despite a battle with cancer that took her eye, 17-year-old…

Commercial Paddlecraft Rental Rules Pass
Permits and safety briefings now required
Last month, the…

Chronic Wasting Disease is Here
Why is a deer disease bad news for all wildlife?
Chronic Wasting…

Davis P. Rice Memorial Youth Waterfowl Hunt Marks 11th Year
Youth from across the state flock to northwest Tennessee…

In Memory of Chairman Emeritus John O. “Jack” Gayden
Friend, mentor, and conservationist
On October 5, 2018, the…

Federation Brings Conservationists Together, Leads to Natural Area Addition
Acquisition protects rare dragonfly habitat
Tennessee Wildlife…

We’re almost 75. Share your memories.
If you’ve been active with the Federation over the years…

Hunters for the Hungry Kicks-Off with Velvet Buck Donations
For the first time in Tennessee, a velvet hunt was offered…

Needs Mount For Nongame Species
In Tennessee, more than 1,400 species are identified as being…

Hear from Candidate Bill Lee on Conservation
The Race for Governor is in its final stretch. And Tennessee…

Hear from Candidate Karl Dean on Conservation
The Race for Governor is in its final stretch. And Tennessee…

Recovering America’s Wildlife Act Could Stop Asian Carp
Opinion article by Michael Butler, CEO of Tennessee Wildlife…

Hunting and Fishing Academy launches
Tennessee Wildlife Federation is excited to announce our…

Albert Menefee, Longtime Federation Supporter Passes
Board member leaves legacy
On Sept. 2, Albert Menefee, III,…

Congratulations 2019 Calendar Contest Winners!
The 2019 Tennessee Wildlife Federation calendar contest was…

Senate’s Wildlife Act Meets the Challenge—Almost
Opinion article by Michael Butler, CEO of Tennessee Wildlife…

The War on Asian Carp: Battle Ready
As the war against Asian carp rages, state agencies are implementing…

Working in D.C. for Tennessee’s Wildlife
Tennessee Wildlife Federation is engaging in conservation…

Scholastic All-State Banquet Recognizes Best of the Best
On Saturday, August 11, the Tennessee Scholastic Clay Target…

Tennessee Athletes Excel at Nationals
For a full week in July, some of the country’s top young…

Legislative Updates from Tennessee’s Capital
Tennessee Wildlife Federation was founded on the principle…

Asian Carp: A Call to Action
The Federation has greatly expanded our ability to affect…

Hunters for the Hungry processor wins muzzleloader
Hunters for the Hungry isn’t possible without generous…

Elementary Students Make Unexpected Gift
In early May, the Federation received an unexpected phone…

The Federation Leads Affiliates with Collaborative Grant
As the National Wildlife Federation Affiliate of the Year,…

LISTEN: The Federation about Conservation Today
Tennessee Wildlife Federation’s CEO Michael Butler sat…

Athletes Complete Season, Begin Lifetime Outdoors
During the third week in June, more than 1,300 student athletes…

53rd Annual Conservation Achievement Awards Recognize Conservation Leaders
The Federation hosted its 53rd Annual Conservation Achievement Awards...

Christian Brothers High School wins statewide Tennessee Wildlife Federation’s Hunger Challenge
Tennessee Wildlife Federation is excited to announce that…

Federation Continues to Spearhead CWD Containment Efforts
By following game laws and supporting Tennessee Wildlife…

You are the Key to Keeping Public Lands in Tennessee
Tennessee is home to approximately 2.4 million acres of public…

Academy Sports + Outdoors Sponsors Federation Programs
Tennessee Wildlife Federation is excited to announce a new…

Youth Programs Lead to Dreams of a Career in Conservation: A personal account by Tennessee SCTP athlete and volunteer Rachael Irby
I am currently a student at Mississippi State University,…

Tennessee Wildlife Federation Named Affiliate of the Year
Tennessee Wildlife Federation is excited to announce we have…

Federation proud supporter of Warner Park Nature Center BIRD Program
For the past decade, Tennessee Wildlife Federation has been…

Tennesseans Create NWF Certified Wildlife Habitats
This fall, Tennessee Wildlife Federation board member Anker…

Knoxville’s Public Lands Leadership
Opinion article by Michael Butler, CEO of Tennessee Wildlife…

Recovering America’s Wildlife Act Conserves Wildlife Before It’s Endangered
As the old adage goes, an ounce of prevention is worth a…

Federation CEO appointed to Tennessee H2O Steering Committee
Tennessee Wildlife Federation is excited to announce that…

This land is our land, if we protect it
Opinion article by Michael Butler, CEO of Tennessee Wildlife…

10th Annual Davis P. Rice Memorial Youth Waterfowl Hunt a Success
Tennessee Wildlife Federation was proud to celebrate the…

A New Year’s Resolution: Invest in an Outdoorsman
It’s a few weeks into the New Year. How’s that resolution…

Former SCTP Athlete Joins Federation Staff
Tennessee Wildlife Federation is excited to announce the addition…

Federation CEO Joins TVA Council
Tennessee Wildlife Federation is excited to announce that Michael…

Bipartisan Bill Aims to Keep Wildlife from Becoming Endangered
Recovering America’s Wildlife Act Funds Proactive, State-led…

A Bee Obituary
It’s not easy being a bee.
You’ve likely heard about…

Tennessee Wildlife Federation Receives Largest Ever Corporate Gift
FedEx supports Tennessee Wildlife…

Hunters for the Hungry Ready for Another Record Year
After back-to-back record breaking seasons in 2015 and 2016,…

Federation Partners to Restore Cumberland Plateau Forest Habitats
Tennessee Wildlife Federation is excited to announce a collaborative…

Habitat Conservation Projects Under Construction
Habitat conservation and restoration is a top priority for…

Outdoor Recreation Pays Dividends
In all that we do, Tennessee Wildlife Federation serves to…

Tennessee Wildlife Federation Welcomes New Board Members
The Federation is excited to announce the addition of two…

CEO Michael Butler Advocates for Sound Conservation Policy in D.C.
Tennessee Wildlife Federation closely monitors local, state,…

Hunting Season means Youth Hunting & Fishing Program Season
Hunting season is upon us which means Tennessee Wildlife…

Public Lands Large and Small Benefit Tennesseans
If you ignore things that don’t have a simple price tag, it is still obvious that public lands benefit everyone.

Announcing the 2018 Calendar Contest Winners!
Tennessee Wildlife Federation’s 2018 calendar contest was a…

Federation Adds Conservation Veteran to Policy Team
Tennessee Wildlife Federation has grown its public policy capacity with the addition of Lindsay Gardner.

Fireflies Illuminate the Value of Public Lands
Last month, The Washington Post wrote a great travel article…

Athletes Shoot Through the Rain at State Championships
More than 1,300 youth athletes, from middle school to college, participated in the 2017 Tennessee Scholastic Clay Target Program State Championships

An Update on Our Legislative Work in Tennessee
Shaping public policy has always been at the core of Tennessee…

How to Bee
Beekeeping has exploded in popularity in recent years as…

National Trails Day: From Natchez Trace to Pacific Crest Trail
Natchez Trace—the name represents a rich evolution of natural, human, and U.S. histories spanning millennia

17 Recognized at 52nd Annual Conservation Achievement Awards
Tennessee Wildlife Federation recently hosted the 52nd Annual…

Providing Leadership for our Natural Treasures
Opinion article by Michael Butler, CEO of Tennessee Wildlife…

Dunavant Fishing Classic Casts for Future Conservationists
This weekend, the Dunavant Fishing Classic gave nearly 40…

Why the West’s Public Lands Battle is Important to Tennessee
By Michael Butler, CEO of Tennessee Wildlife Federation
If…

Fighting Hunger in News Ways
Established in 1998, Hunters for the Hungry is fighting hunger…

Youth Engagement: Our Longest Lasting Work
Many know that Tennessee Wildlife Federation takes a science-based…

2017 Hunger Challenge Winners Announced!
Hunters for the Hungry connects food banks and soup kitchens…

TWF Hosts CWD Summit to Develop National Response
Tennessee Wildlife Federation, in partnership with National…

Youth Waterfowl Hunt Gets 1,000th Youth into the Great Outdoors
Last weekend in Northwest Tennessee, the Davis P. Rice…

Hunters for the Hungry adds Snack Sticks to Fight Hunger
Hunters for the Hungry was formed to connect food banks and…

Tennessee Wildlife Federation Adds Joe McCord to Policy Team
Tennessee Wildlife Federation is enhancing its Conservation Policy program.

Tennessee Wildlife Federation Adds Director of Communications
Tennessee Wildlife Federation is expanding its reach and capabilities with the addition of Nate West as its director of communications.

Building Lifelong Outdoorsmen and Women through Volunteering
During Young Sportsmen Deer Hunt weekend in January, the…

A Time for Tennessee’s Great Outdoors
A Time for Tennessee’s Great Outdoors
The Need for a Long…

National Ecological Foundation Draws to an End, Assets Gifted to the Tennessee Wildlife Federation
Funds will Establish the Federation’s First-ever Endowment

Conservation Starter
Under Tony Campbell’s leadership, the Tennessee Conservation League became a force on behalf of wildlife and habitat.

Clark Akers and the Fight for the Obion Basin
The following is a classic David and Goliath story and remains one of the greatest grassroots victories in the history of the American conservation movement.

Inaugural Youth Deer Hunt a Success
During three damp, cool December days, the Tennessee Wildlife…

Floating Houses – The Rest of the Story
By Michael Butler, CEO of Tennessee Wildlife Federation
The…

Nashville Mayor Urges Mayors Statewide to Get Involved in Monarch Butterfly Restoration Campaign
Nashville Mayor Megan Barry First in Tennessee to Take the…

Recovering America’s Wildlife Act
By Jay Sheridan
Just a few short decades ago, species such…

Tennessee Wildlife Federation Launches Hunt Master Program
The Tennessee Wildlife Federation (TWF) held its first ever…

CEO Testifies Before Congress
Tennessee Wildlife Federation CEO Mike Butler testified in…

Hunters for the Hungry Ready for Hunting Season
The 2016–17 deer season is underway in Tennessee, and Hunters…

Tennessee SCTP Wins Big at Nationals
The Tennessee Scholastic Clay Target Program (TNSCTP) has proven…

2017 Wildlife Calendar Contest Winners
In just the second year of this now annual competition we had…

An Examination of a Sandhill Crane Season in Tennessee
By Michael Butler, CEO
As we approach an August vote by the…

Crab Orchard Wind Farm — Are we considering ALL the costs?
The truth is that the impacts of wind farms are significant, and they are decidedly not positive for Tennessee’s environment and wildlife.

2016 Conservation Achievement Awards
Each year since 1965, Tennessee Wildlife Federation has…

Happy 70th Birthday, Tennessee Wildlife Federation!
As of Feb. 12, 2016, Tennessee Wildlife Federation has been serving as champion of our state’s great outdoors for an amazing 70 years.

After 30 years, now is the time for Tennessee’s Great Outdoors
The last time the state of Tennessee went through a process to…

Cougars in Tennessee — fact or fiction?
Tom Sparks could tell something wasn’t right that day in 1920 high up on Spence Field in the Great Smoky Mountains.

2016 Tennessee Wildlife Federation Calendar
We're thrilled to announce the release of our 2016 TWF Calendar,…

Five Simple Tips for Cool-Season Birding
Here are five simple tips to help you get the most out of your time in the field.

The Land and Water Conservation Fund: Is this the end?
Congress established the Land and Water Conservation Fund “to protect and enhance our nation’s incomparable array of natural resources and outdoor recreation opportunities.”

Tennessee’s Top 20 Fishing Destinations
Tennessee is lined with countless streams and rivers that run into more than 1,000 lakes.

Protecting the Hatchie Scenic River
By Michael Butler, CEO
Over the past ten years, economic…

Hunters for the Hungry reports strong numbers despite decrease in deer harvest
Though Tennessee's deer harvest numbers were down this season…

Hammonds honored for support of Hunters for the Hungry
Over the course of more than a decade, one middle Tennessee family…

Hatfield Knob Elk Viewing Tower
The reintroduction of wild elk in Tennessee and the construction and management of the viewing tower have been big successes

Memphis University School Wins Hunger Challenge Competition for 2014-15 Season
Staff of the Tennessee Wildlife Federation's Hunters for…

Does nature really matter in the 21st Century?
It happens as we cruise through our 21st-century life, and it’s nobody’s fault in particular.

The Heart of Wildlife Conservation
Tennessee Wildlife Federation embarked on a journey to establish a personal right to hunt and fish for the citizens of Tennessee.

CTC Tennessee team shines in Colorado
As a large contingent of Tennessee student athletes were competing…

A quiet but effective conservation tool – the Antiquities Act
By Michael Butler, CEO
This past week some of our closest…

A Hat Trick Win for Tennessee’s Great Outdoors!
It's been a busy couple of months in public policy related to…

Conservation Non-profits Need You: Here’s Why
If anything is worth doing, it's worth doing well. Here…

Asian Carp — A Big Fish Problem in Tennessee
By Michael Butler, CEO, Tennessee Wildlife Federation
Sections…

Monarch Butterflies: Here’s What You Can Do
The monarch, known for its bold orange coloring, rules as…

Fish Under Fire—Federal Plan Threatens to Abandon Mitigation Hatchery Funding
Wading a mountain stream in East Tennessee, a lazy river in the…

Hummingbirds Take Center Stage
Love hummingbirds? You're not alone...

Wild hogs in Tennessee: The time to take action is now!
Produced by the Wild Hog Eradication Action Team, this video…

TWF Joins Tennessee Nutrition Caucus as Inaugural Member
The state’s Senate Majority Leader, Mark Norris (R-Collierville),…

Water Resources Development Act Passes U.S. House
by Office of Sen. Lamar Alexander
WASHINGTON,…

Elk Restoration in Tennessee, 2003
Since the Tennessee Wildlife Federation teamed with the Tennessee…

The Right to Hunt and Fish: An Amendment to the Tennessee Constitution
All the way back to Ancient Rome, democratic societies have…

Deer Farming: Fighting Against the Privatization of our Wildlife
One of the most dangerous pieces of legislation in modern…

Reauthorization of the TWRA/Fish and Wildlife Commission
Starting with the 2010 legislative session, a small group…

Wild Hogs in Tennessee: Controlling an Epidemic
In 2011, the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency took aggressive…

Resisting Federal Overreach: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Proposed Ban on Tailwater Fishing
More than a million Tennesseans enjoy fishing each year,…

A Conservation Success Story: Tennessee Establishes A Hunting Season for Sandhill Cranes
According to the biologists at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife…

Development, Land-use Policy, and the Future of Agriculture, Forestry and Hunting in the Southeast Cumberland Plateau
Tennessee Wildlife Federation is pleased to present its final…

Tennessee’s Mining Policies
This report contains a three part review of Tennessee’s…