National Pheasant Fest & Quail Classic returned to its home turf in Minneapolis during the third weekend of February 2026. Before the festivities began, Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever team member, Levi Day, spent a day at Triton High School, just outside Minneapolis, helping over 195 students learn about potential career pathways in the world of wildlife conservation. “We want to help students learn about the wide variety of job opportunities, beyond being a biologist or conservation officer, and promote the Journey to Conservation Careers Course as a wonderful resource to start students on the path of finding a career in conservation.” Day said. “Introducing students to our Journey to Conservation Careers program is a great way to get started in this field.”
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Whether you are training dogs, doing spring habitat work, hunting mushrooms or spending time on the water the PF store has you covered for all your spring time shenanigans. Shop now at the link in our bio.
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Whether you are training dogs, doing spring habitat work, hunting mushrooms or spending time on the water the PF store has you covered for all your spring time shenanigans. Shop now: https://bit.ly/4lrFJSm
Today, Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever are celebrating the accomplishments of our team members in Missouri who were honored with the Conservation Organization of the Year Award at the 90th Conservation Federation of Missouri state convention. In FY2025, PF & QF team members in the Show-Me State delivered conservation assistance on an impressive 129,228 acres statewide, including landowner consultations, prescribed burning, firebreak installation, invasive species treatment, forest management, and other habitat work, conducting 3,088 site visits and working with more than 9,000 Missourians statewide. Through strong partnerships, science-based conservation, and an unwavering commitment to private lands, Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever in Missouri are making a lasting difference for Missouri’s natural resources and the people who care for them. “The real success of our work isn't measured in metrics or reports. It is measured on the landscape. This team's dedication, expertise, and relentless work ethic are turning strategic vision into real, meaningful habitat on the ground,” said Andrew White, PF & QF Missouri state coordinator. “I am incredibly proud of the work this team has done and is capable of and greatly appreciate the support and encouragement from our chapters, donors, and partners across the state.”
This episode reprises a panel conversation at this year’s National Pheasant Fest & Quail Classic moderated by PF & QF’s Andrew Vavra and included veteran bird hunters Katie Willis, Tyler Webster, and Bob St.Pierre. Planning your next upland bird hunting adventure goes far beyond packing your gear—it’s about setting clear expectations, maintaining a flexible mindset, and preparing for all the variables that come with the journey. Before you hit the road, ask yourself why you’re making the trip and remember that a successful outing isn’t just measured by the number of birds on the tailgate but by the overall experience. Listen now at the link below or wherever you get your podcasts. https://bit.ly/4cBe4Mo “On the Wing Podcast” is proudly fueled by Pro Plan Sporting Dogs
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National Pheasant Fest & Quail Classic returned to its home turf in Minneapolis during the third weekend of February 2026. Before the festivities began, Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever team member, @backcountrylevi, spent a day at Triton High School, just outside Minneapolis, helping over 195 students learn about potential career pathways in the world of wildlife conservation. “We want to help students learn about the wide variety of job opportunities, beyond being a biologist or conservation officer, and promote the Journey to Conservation Careers Course as a wonderful resource to start students on the path of finding a career in conservation.” Day said. “Introducing students to our Journey to Conservation Careers program is a great way to get started in this field.”
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With spring in the air, we know many of you bird dog owners are looking forward to the seasonal woodcock flights in order to get some much needed exercise and wild bird contacts for your pup. Our friend (and permitted woodcock bander) @baileyo1 has some sage advice for those of you eager to encounter these beloved birds. *Sidenote: Does any other gamebird have as many nicknames as the American woodcock? “Labrador Twister” is once of our favorites, what’s yours? Check out @woodcockminnesota for more resources.
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LANDOWNERS: Do you want more wildlife on your property and a more stable income? The Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) is a voluntary opportunity paying landowners to plant wildlife habitat on tough-to-farm acres. These acres provide tremendous benefits to pheasants, quail, waterfowl, deer, and pollinators, as well as benefiting soil health and water quality. Don’t delay – CRP closes again on April 17th. Learn more at the link in our bio or by visiting with a PF biologist at www.PheasantsForever.org/CRP
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LANDOWNERS: Do you want more wildlife on your property and a more stable income? The Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) is a voluntary opportunity paying landowners to plant wildlife habitat on tough-to-farm acres. These acres provide tremendous benefits to pheasants, quail, waterfowl, deer, and pollinators, as well as benefiting soil health and water quality. Don’t delay – CRP closes again on April 17th Learn more by visiting with a PF & QF biologist at www.PheasantsForever.org/CRP
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PHEASANT FACT FRIDAY - With the cold winter months of January and February gone, pheasants may breathe a sigh of relief with March's warmer temperatures. In fact, the birds need 34 percent less energy to survive in March than they did in January. This is largely due to increasing daytime temperatures approaching the lower end of the bird's thermoneutral zone. Within this temperature zone, pheasants don't need to use energy to stay warm. Pheasant Fact Friday is presented by Irish Setter Boots #pheasantsforever #pheasantfactfriday
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It's banquet season! Find a local PF Chapter Banquet near you at the link below. Meet fellow conservationist and bird dog enthusiasts all while having a great time! https://events.pheasantsforever.org/events
Sure do miss it when it’s gone… who else could go for a little mixed bag evening stroll right now?
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