At PA GOBBLERS, the turkey serves as a springboard to learn about biology, ecology, habitat and turkey management. After field school, armed with knowledge, leadership skills, and the support of Academy staff, students return to their communities to serve as Conservation Ambassadors.
Below are a few highlights of the PA Gobblers field school curriculum.
TURKEY CALLING
Students learn turkey calling techniques from National Wild Turkey Federation staff and volunteers.
TURKEY BIOLOGY
Students learn about wild turkey natural history, anatomy, and their habitat.
RANGE TIME
Students learn the role of hunting in wildlife management and spend time at the range learning about firearms safety and engaging in target shooting.
FIELD TECHNIQUES
Students learn about turkey field capture techniques and how these techniques are used to understand population size.
PLANT COLLECTIONS
Students learn how to identify plants that are important to turkey as well as how to preserve these plant and create a collection.
LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
Students also prepare to become Conservation Ambassadors in their home communities through leadership skill development by engaging in mock town hall meetings, group presentations, and team building exercises.
Explore some more!
Browse through the highlight videos below to explore the ins and outs of field school!
PA GOBBLERS
THE DETAILS
FIELD SCHOOL DATES
July 14-18, 2026
FIELD SCHOOL LOCATION
Madisonburg, PA
Tuition
$600
*Scholarship support available
At PA GOBBLERS, the turkey serves as a springboard to learn about biology, ecology, habitat and turkey management. After field school, armed with knowledge, leadership skills, and the support of Academy staff, students return to their communities to serve as Conservation Ambassadors.
Below are a few highlights of the PA Gobblers field school curriculum.
TURKEY CALLING
Students learn turkey calling techniques from National Wild Turkey Federation staff and volunteers.
TURKEY BIOLOGY
Students learn about wild turkey natural history, anatomy, and their habitat.
RANGE TIME
Students learn the role of hunting in wildlife management and spend time at the range learning about firearms safety and engaging in target shooting.
FIELD TECHNIQUES
Students learn about turkey field capture techniques and how these techniques are used to understand population size.
PLANT COLLECTIONS
Students learn how to identify plants that are important to turkey as well as how to preserve these plant and create a collection.
LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
Students also prepare to become Conservation Ambassadors in their home communities through leadership skill development by engaging in mock town hall meetings, group presentations, and team building exercises.
Explore some more!
Browse through the highlight videos below to explore the ins and outs of field school!
Are you ready to take the next step?
Apply today to become a Conservation Ambassador !