The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP) is proud to announce the creation of the first-ever Mississippi Wild Turkey Stamp, aimed at enhancing management, habitat, and research for wild turkeys.

Set to launch for the 2026 spring turkey season, the Wild Turkey Stamp is the result of a multi-year legislative effort by hunters, conservation partners, and land managers and marks a major step forward for conservation. Inspired by the success of the state and federal duck stamps, this initiative provides a dedicated funding stream to support wild turkey populations and the habitats they depend on.

As part of its inaugural kickoff campaign, the MDWFP would like to invite Mississippi-based artists, ages 15 and up, to submit original artwork to be featured as the first-ever state Wild Turkey Stamp. Submissions should depict the Eastern wild turkey (Meleagris silvestris gallopavo) in a natural, Mississippi setting. The winning artist will receive a monetary gift, publicity and media recognition throughout MDWFP’s social media channels, email blasts, and a spotlight in the Mississippi Outdoors Magazine. To learn more, visit mdwfp.com and select Wild Turkey Program.

“Our state is a special place for turkey hunting,” said MDWFP Executive Director Lynn Posey. “The Wild Turkey Stamp ensures Mississippi will remain at the forefront of turkey conservation for future generations. We appreciate our legislature, conservation partners, and the public who helped make this happen.”

Wildlife and Hunting