All that walking... worth it every time. #pheasantsforever #thehabitatorganization

Quail Fact Friday Mountain quail are easy to recognize by their sharp-looking top knot made of two straight feathers. This plume actually reveals the bird’s mood: when it leans back, the quail is relaxed or feeding. When it stands upright, the bird is alert or agitated. Quail Fact Friday is presented by Irish Setter Boots #quailforever #quailfactfriday

Pheasant Fact Friday With colder temperatures and higher energy needs, is there enough food available to keep pheasants warm? In 1947 South Dakota estimated 35 million bushels of waste grain were available to pheasants in November. But more efficient farming practices and machinery have lowered the amount available today. Food plots left standing for pheasants increase the number of birds that survive, and corn or grain sorghum areas 2 to 5 acres in size should provide enough energy to maintain 50 to 150 birds. Unfortunately the waste grain from last fall's harvest has been tilled under and will be covered with ice and snow by mid winter. What the pheasant needs is standing grain ... above the soil, ice and snow. Pheasant Fact Friday is presented by Irish Setter Boots #pheasantsforever #pheasantfactfriday

It’s time to eat at bird camp! Who on your crew is in charge of feeding the hungry hunters? Tag them below and let them know you appreciate them. And hey, a thank you case of Grain Belt Beer never hurts.

"Judy" A World War II Bird Dog Endures the Unthinkable This is a story about an incredible WWII-era bird dog who survived shipwrecks, a crocodile attack, years in harsh POW camps, and still stayed loyal to her crew. She became the only dog ever officially registered as a prisoner of war, earning the prestigious PDSA Dickin Medal for bravery and devotion. Her story reminds us courage and loyalty are timeless. Read Judy's incredible story now at the link below or visit quailforever.org. If you haven't already, consider becoming a QF member today where you will find stories like this in the Quail Forever Journal. https://bit.ly/3Y8x9wU #quailforever #thehabitatorganization

Policy Update: Another Farm Bill Extension and What It Means for Conservation 2025 has been a busy year in Washington, D.C. From a transition to a new presidential administration, to a wide-ranging reconciliation package, to the longest government shutdown in U.S. history, there has been a lot of news coming out of our nation’s capital. But for the third year in a row, one notable and very important piece of legislation was missing: a full, five-year farm bill. After one-year extensions in both 2023 and 2024, the 2018 Farm Bill expired at the end of September and was, once again, extended for one more year as part of the continuing resolution passed by Congress in November. So, what does this mean for the programs we care about, and where do we go from here? Click the link below to read more and find out how you can help fight for a stronger CRP. https://bit.ly/44zKVfG

Policy Update: Another Farm Bill Extension and What It Means for Conservation 2025 has been a busy year in Washington, D.C. From a transition to a new presidential administration, to a wide-ranging reconciliation package, to the longest government shutdown in U.S. history, there has been a lot of news coming out of our nation’s capital. But for the third year in a row, one notable and very important piece of legislation was missing: a full, five-year farm bill. After one-year extensions in both 2023 and 2024, the 2018 Farm Bill expired at the end of September and was, once again, extended for one more year as part of the continuing resolution passed by Congress in November. So, what does this mean for the programs we care about, and where do we go from here? Click the link below to read more and find out how you can help fight for a stronger CRP. https://bit.ly/4ixu7vA

A fall feast of pheasant, apples, and Passalacqua Winery's white wine created for hunters who love wild game. In this holiday edition of On the Wing podcast, Quail Forever Journal Editor Ryan Sparks breaks down his pretzel-crusted pheasant cutlets with apple cream sauce, a cold-weather dish that blends upland hunting traditions with rich autumn flavors. If you’re looking for a new way to showcase fresh pheasant after a long day in the field, this is the recipe to add to your hunter’s table. Listen now at the link below or wherever you get your podcasts. https://bit.ly/4pn3mga “On the Wing Podcast” is proudly fueled by Purina Pro Plan.

A fall feast of pheasant, apples, and Passalacqua Winery's white wine created for hunters who love wild game. In this holiday edition of On the Wing podcast, Quail Forever Journal Editor Ryan Sparks breaks down his pretzel-crusted pheasant cutlets with apple cream sauce, a cold-weather dish that blends upland hunting traditions with rich autumn flavors. If you’re looking for a new way to showcase fresh pheasant after a long day in the field, this is the recipe to add to your hunter’s table. Listen now at the link below or wherever you get your podcasts. https://bit.ly/3KvUqph “On the Wing Podcast” is proudly fueled by Purina Pro Plan

If heaven has a harder edge, it probably looks a lot like desert quail country. Our Winter Issue explores that place – not just the desert itself, but the people drawn to it. The hunters, ranchers, dog handlers, and dreamers who come to the American Southwest looking for something that can’t be bought. Join Quail Forever by Dec. 4 at the link below to receive this issue and step into the intersection of grit and grace – where the pursuit of a small bird becomes something larger – something that connects us to the land, to our dogs, to each other, and to the idea that wildness is worth keeping. Join Now: https://quailforever.org/join Cover art by Angelica Wisenbarger #quailforever #thehabitatorganization