PHEASANT FACT FRIDAY - A pheasant's typical winter day goes like this. If available, the bird will spend its nights in grassy cover or wetlands. An hour or so before sunrise he will leave the grass and head for shrub cover for protection from aerial predators. Here he will be joined by other roosters before venturing out to feed. About 30 minutes before sunrise, he and friends move out to feed in harvested grain fields or, better yet, unharvested food plots. Pheasants prefer to feed in areas within 300 yards of loafing cover, but will venture longer distances to find food. The bird will make numerous trips between the shrub and food cover all day, and will use the solar-collector properties of good loafing cover to bask in the sun, avoid predators and moderate his energy needs. His last feeding trip may last up to a hour after sunset, as he prepares for the long 16-hour night. Pheasant Fact Friday is presented by Irish Setter Boots #pheasantsforever #pheasantfactfriday

Celebrating Access and Acres at the Public Lands Pavilion The Public Lands Pavilion at National Pheasant Fest & Quail Classic will feature an exciting lineup of dynamic speakers on the stage, and an exhibitor area celebrating our country's 800 million acres of publicly accessible land that are open to all Americans for hunting, hiking and exploring. Click the link below to check out the roster of speakers and panel discussions. https://bit.ly/3ZyV9Kw

Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Headquarters. But what does this partnership mean? USACE is the steward of 12 million acres of public lands and waters, and our team is looking forward to jointly restore and conserve native grasslands, shrubland ecosystems, and timber stands, benefiting various wildlife species and promoting biodiversity. This MOU will allow us to leverage our combined strengths to create even more impactful conservation programs. To learn more, read the blog at the link below. https://bit.ly/4kuNg2e

The Women on the Wing Lounge is a place to gather, learn, and connect. Join us on the main show floor at the Minneapolis Convention Center for a dedicated space where women who love the outdoors, hunting, and conservation can relax, connect, and meet like-minded friends. Also, it's not too late to get tickets for the Women on the Wing Brunch on Sunday, February 22 9:30 am - 11:30 am! Click the link for the event schedule and to learn more. https://bit.ly/3OaVror

Each February, Charleston, South Carolina becomes the center of Southern sporting culture, and this conversation explains why the Southeastern Wildlife Exposition has earned that reputation. From quail hunting traditions to world-class sporting art and bird dogs on every corner, SEWE is where upland culture, quail habitat conservation, and delicious food collide. This year, SEWE takes place from February 13-15, 2026. Listeners will hear about the attractions within Quail Forever's “Quail Classic” at SEWE’s Brittlebank Park, why downtown galleries matter just as much as gear booths, and how hunters, bird dog lovers, conservationists, and families all find their place across multiple venues taking over the entire city of Charleston. Listen now at the link below or wherever you get your podcasts! https://bit.ly/4kFl2BZ “On the Wing Podcast” is proudly fueled by Pro Plan Sporting Dogs

Attention agricultural producers, landowners, and conservationists! The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced today the 2026 enrollment periods for both the Continuous and General Conservation Reserve Program, marking 40 years since the program was first open for enrollment. Offers will be accepted for Continuous CRP from February 12-March 20, 2026 and the General CRP signup will run from March 9-April 17, 2026. States with over 100,000 CRP acres expiring this year are Iowa, Washington, Illinois, and Kansas. Make sure you reach out to your local Pheasants Forever or Quail Forever biologist or visit the Habitat Help Desk at the 2026 National Pheasant Fest & Quail Classic to learn more about CRP and the signup process. Learn more at the link below. https://bit.ly/3O5FUWY #pheasantsforever #thehabitatorganization

Back by popular demand, our Youth Village, proudly sponsored by Sportsman's Guide, is sure to be a feature you don't want to miss at Pheasant Fest and Quail Classic. Youth Village is the perfect place to spark a child's curiosity about nature and conservation. The special show floor area offers an array of exciting, hands-on activities designed to connect families to the world of conservation and the uplands. Visit the link to learn more: https://bit.ly/4ahGYhV

The final day to enter the Concert for Conservation Contest is upon us! Submit your entry now at the link below. https://bit.ly/4bDQBtB In addition to TWO Pit Passes for the big show ($1,000 value), one lucky winner will also take home: - An autographed The Turnpike Troubadours Concert Poster - One-year onX Hunt Elite Membership ($100 value) - 6 Bags of Pro Plan Sport from Pro Plan Sporting Dogs ($500 value) - Dakota Adventure Supply Tote Bag from Travel South Dakota ($159) - YETI Go Box Package – 1 ($65), 15 ($125), 30 ($250), 60 ($300)