UF Game Lab

UF Game Lab A research lab focused on management of habitat & game species. We have a special permit to conduct wild turkey research. This site is not a public forum.
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Unless you have that permit it is unlawful to intentionally disturb, collect or buy wild turkeys. The UF Game Lab provides the latest science on wildlife ecology and habitat management. The lab research focuses on game species and fire and forest management in the Southeastern US. All UF Game Lab IFAS comments are made by the lab's designees. Social media users may share ideas through commentary t

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We’re raffling off tickets to win a hunt us Will Gulsby Marcus Lashley this upcoming spring at the Westervelt Lodge Stev...
09/02/2026

We’re raffling off tickets to win a hunt us Will Gulsby Marcus Lashley this upcoming spring at the Westervelt Lodge Steven Carroll! The winner will also receive a custom Grounded turkey vest in Mossy Oak camo stocked full of hunting gear and Tom Kelly memorabilia.

Tickets are only $25! Enter now: https://e.givesmart.com/events/Qam/

All proceeds go to support the Wild Turkey research and outreach efforts at the UF Game Lab.

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THANK YOU to all sponsors and donors who made our 2026 UF Game Lab banquet a success! Because of dedicated people like y...
08/31/2026

THANK YOU to all sponsors and donors who made our 2026 UF Game Lab banquet a success! Because of dedicated people like you our lab is able to continue with our wild turkey programs. From all of us at the UF Game Lab (and the future generations of wild turkeys)…we appreciate you!

08/26/2026

Here’s your chance to hunt with ! If you want to see how science has influenced our 🦃hunting, or maybe just sit around camp and talk turkey science, this is going to be a great time!

Enter the raffle here: https://e.givesmart.com/events/Qam/

Watch this video till the end for a classic outtake moment 😂, and drop us your witty joke below.

All proceeds go to support wild turkey research and outreach in the UF Game Lab

Want to sit around the campfire with the minds behind today’s turkey science? This Saturday at our live auction, you’ll ...
08/19/2026

Want to sit around the campfire with the minds behind today’s turkey science? This Saturday at our live auction, you’ll have the chance to bid on a 2-day hunt at Cherokee Plantation in Tallahassee, FL, sharing camp with wild turkey researchers: Dr. Craig Harper, Dr. Dwayne Elmore... and Dr. Marcus Lashley will also be there for comic relief. 😉

Offsite food and lodging are included, giving you two full days in the field with the scientists shaping the future of turkey management.

This premier opportunity was generously donated by Cherokee Plantation. You won’t want to miss the chance to hunt alongside experts in the field!

Can’t make it to the banquet? You can still get in on the bidding! DM UF Game Lab or email [email protected] with your phone number to secure your spot in the call-in lineup.

All proceeds go to support wild turkey research and outreach efforts for the UF Game Lab.

📅 This Saturday |

This Saturday at our live auction, bid on the hunt of a lifetime — a 2-day turkey hunt at High Cotton Plantation, sharin...
08/19/2026

This Saturday at our live auction, bid on the hunt of a lifetime — a 2-day turkey hunt at High Cotton Plantation, sharing camp with legendary turkey hunters Bob Walker Ron Jolly Turkeys For Tomorrow and Tes Randle Jolly. Offsite food and lodging are included.

This premier opportunity was generously donated by Mr. Brightman Logan of High Cotton Plantation. World-class hunting, unforgettable company — you won’t want to miss this one.

Can’t make it to the banquet? You can still get in on the bidding! DM UF Game Lab or email [email protected] with your phone number to secure your spot in the call-in lineup.

All proceeds will go support wild turkey research and outreach efforts for the UF Game Lab.

📅 This Saturday |

This handcrafted box call was custom-built by Lamar Williams, a name respected among turkey callers for the quality and ...
08/18/2026

This handcrafted box call was custom-built by Lamar Williams, a name respected among turkey callers for the quality and sound of his work.

He will be at the banquet the night of the auction. Come meet the craftsman behind the call in person! This box call is a true collector’s piece as much as a functional call, generously donated by Lamar himself.

All proceeds support wild turkey research and outreach at the UF Game Lab.

If you cannot be at the banquet but still want a chance to bid on this box call you can send us a DM or an email to [email protected]

This original framed watercolor painting captures a wild turkey hen leading her poults with the quiet detail and painter...
08/18/2026

This original framed watercolor painting captures a wild turkey hen leading her poults with the quiet detail and painterly skill C.D. Clarke is known for. A striking piece for any home, office, or lodge and a lasting tribute to the wild turkey story.

Generously donated by the artist himself, this is your chance to own original fine art while supporting wild turkey research and outreach at the UF Game Lab.

If you cannot be at the banquet but still want a chance to bid on this box call you can send us a DM or an email to [email protected]

This original framed watercolor painting captures a wild turkey hen leading her poults with the quiet detail and painter...
08/18/2026

This original framed watercolor painting captures a wild turkey hen leading her poults with the quiet detail and painterly skill C.D. Clarke is known for. A striking piece for any home, office, or lodge and a lasting tribute to the wild turkey story.

Generously donated by the artist himself, this is your chance to own original fine art while supporting wild turkey research and outreach at the UF Game Lab.

You could win the turkey hunt of a lifetime — guided by Eddie Salter aka “The Turkey Man” himself 🦃Eddie is a two-time W...
08/12/2026

You could win the turkey hunt of a lifetime — guided by Eddie Salter aka “The Turkey Man” himself 🦃

Eddie is a two-time World Open Turkey Calling Champion, a six-time Alabama State Champion, and a member of the Alabama Turkey Hunters Hall of Fame. He’s been chasing gobblers for over 45 years and is famous for calling turkeys just as well with his own voice as with a call in hand. If anyone can put you on a tough Southern tom, it’s him.

This 2-day hunt takes place during Spring 2027 at Old Fields Plantation, and includes lodging and meals. This premier opportunity was generously donated by Old Fields Plantation — you won’t want to miss the chance to hunt with a living legend in a place like this.

Can’t be at the event but still want a shot at this once-in-a-lifetime hunt? We’ll be allowing a limited number of people to call in and bid. DM us or email [email protected] with your phone number and contact info to secure your spot in the lineup.

Get your bids ready. All proceeds go towards supporting wild turkey research and outreach efforts for the UF Game Lab.

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