National Wild Turkey Federation Event Coming to Osseo

The National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) is the leader in upland wildlife habitat conservation in North America. The NWTF and its members helped restore wild turkey populations throughout North America, spending more than $331 million to conserve nearly 16 million acres of habitat. Wild turkey and hundreds of other species of upland wildlife, including deer, grouse, pheasant and songbirds, benefit from this improved habitat.

People with a passion for wildlife and the outdoors have an opportunity to get involved with the NWTF on a local level. The “West Metro Struttin’ Zone” chapter of NWTF will be holding an event March 9, 2013 at the Osseo American Legion. This event will be an evening of fun, food and fellowship, and will provide a place for people from all walks of life to get involved in conservation.

Proceeds raised during the night of dinner, raffles, games, live and silent auctions will benefit habitat in the north Metro area. In addition, the local chapter strives to get youth involved in the outdoors and outdoor mentor programs will also benefit.

The event kicks off at the Osseo American Legion (260 Fourth Ave. SE) with the “Gobbling Hour” at 5:30 pm. During this time, attendees have an opportunity to partake in games and view silent auction items such as original artwork, outdoor gear, guns and jewelry. A dinner of steak or shrimp will be served at 7 pm, with raffles and live auction to follow. Pre-registration is preferred, though walk-ins are welcome.

For more information or to register for this fun-filled evening, contact Mike Bauer, 612-991-1676 (mbihunt@comcast.net), or Doug Stahl, 952-920-9397 (dstahl4849@comcast.net).