Celebrating the North American Wetlands Conservation Act Anniversary in the Uplands If you’re an upland hunter, it’s easy to see the value of NAWCA in the marshes mixed in with prairie. Throughout the Midwest this winter, plenty of roosters will be flushed out of thickly packed and snowy cattail sloughs. And in the spring throughout the Southeast, wetlands will help generate bountiful insect populations – the necessary fuel for newly hatched quail chicks. At least in part, credit for access to the outdoors and resources for wildlife to thrive is due to funding from NAWCA. All conservationists have treasured the past 36 years of this program, and PF & QF can’t wait to see what the next 36 will bring. To read more about NAWCA’s history and impact, follow the link: https://quailforever.org/BlogLanding/Blogs/Quail-Forever/Celebrating-the-North-American-Wetlands-Conservation-Act-Anniversary-in-the-Uplands.aspx

Quail Fact Friday During cold months, the unique roosting behavior of bobwhite quail becomes even more important. Coveys will roost from sunset to sunrise by forming a tight ring; tails to the center and eyes outward. The group now has 360 degree predator surveillance as well as shared body heat. Quail Fact Friday is presented by Irish Setter Boots #quailforever #quailfactfriday

The bird dogs who roam the uplands by our side deserve wild country that will endure for them, too. Elite Member Week celebrates that special connection and a generous $100,000 match from an anonymous donor doubles the impact of every new Dog Life Membership this week. Add "Bird Dog Life Member" to the list of your pup's accomplishments today. This elite dog membership will help protect and create habitat that both you and your dog can enjoy. Sign up a Dog Life Member Today at the link below and receive an exclusive QF YETI Boomer™ 8 Dog Bowl! https://bit.ly/3MuJCZo

In this holiday feasting edition of On the Wing podcast, we dig into an upland-inspired meal built for cold evenings after long days in the field. Quail Forever Journal Editor Ryan Sparks returns to the podcast and guides hunting cooks through his red wine and mushroom quail recipe, an approachable plate that blends Italian-style game cooking with ingredients any bird hunter can pull straight from the freezer. Listen here: https://bit.ly/4oR2CyK “On the Wing Podcast” is proudly fueled by Purina Pro Plan