Will there be a new Farm Bill in 2025? This week’s episode of On the Wing Podcast features PF & QF’s government affairs experts covering the conservation waterfront in Washington, D.C. The discussion includes a recap of the push in Congress to sell off our public lands, conservation victories in the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” as well as an overview of the new “CRP Improvement and Flexibility Act” introduced last month with champions from both sides of the political aisle. Listen now at the link below or wherever you get your podcasts! https://bit.ly/4lys62h “On the Wing Podcast” is proudly fueled by Pro Plan Sporting Dogs #quailforever #onthewingpodcast

Sporting Dog Shorts Fueled by Pro Plan Sporting Dogs - Tough Feet, Tough Dogs: A Veterinarian's Guide to Foot Care Sporting dogs are elite athletes. Their foot health is just as critical to their job as their heart, lungs, or nose. Unfortunately, the dog’s paw, despite being quite tough overall, is a potentially vulnerable spot for injury and overuse. Cracked pads, torn nails, interdigital sores, and even punctures can quickly sideline an otherwise healthy dog. A dog that begins limping on day two of a five-day hunt from trashed pads isn't just an inconvenience or a source of sympathy—it’s a sign that your preseason foot preparation regimen may have fallen short. The truth is simple: feet that can stand up to the rigors of fall are earned by getting in reps during summer. Visit the link below to read “A Veterinarian's Guide to Foot Care” By Seth Bynum, DVM. https://bit.ly/4mr4MVn #quailforever #thehabitatorganization

Montana Grouse Part Two: Sage and Sharp-tailed Grouse The smoke from distant fires hung low, suspended in the hot air over the plains — which is a reminder that September in Montana can bring a number of challenges. This is a different kind of hunt compared to the first leg of our journey. Bigger walks, uninterrupted views, and birds that see you coming from a mile away. It’s the same boots, the same dogs, but a whole new rhythm. Out here, the land humbles you in a different way. This is Montana prairie grouse, and the last stop before our long journeys home. Presented by onX Hunt, Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever are proud to share the final episode of this two-part series featuring Montana's incredible upland landscapes. Watch now! https://youtu.be/gAOg78i5cYA #quailforever #thehabitatorganization

Are You Prairie Grouse Curious? This week’s episode of On the Wing Podcast features The Flush host Travis Frank, Western Wingshooter Podcast host Tyler Webster, and Pheasants Forever Journal Editor Tom “Carp” Carpenter for a discussion focused on the habitat, hunting, dog work, and cooking approaches to sharp-tailed grouse, greater prairie chickens, and sage grouse. Listen now at the link below or wherever you get your podcasts! https://bit.ly/4lnlB2d “On the Wing Podcast” is proudly fueled by Pro Plan Sporting Dogs #quailforever #onthewingpodcast #onthewingpodcast

Decoying Doves: A Simple Trick for a Better Hunt By Ryan Sparks, Quail Forever Journal Editor Dove hunting is one of the easiest and most fun ways to get outdoors. It rings in the start of a new hunting season for many of us and dove hunting also provides an excellent tune up after many months away from swinging a shotgun. Dove decoys help bring doves closer and attract more birds from far away. Step 1: Make Your Decoys Easy to See If you’ve ever watched doves on a gravel road or in a field, you might have noticed that some doves eat while others sit in trees or on fences. Most dove decoys come with clips so you can attach them to tree branches or fences. If you place them high up, passing doves will spot them more easily. But what if there’s no tree or fence nearby? No problem – you can make your own “dove tree”! How to Make a Dove Tree You’ll need: • A PVC pipe • A metal fence post or stake • A wooden dowel • A drill and glue 1. Drill a hole through the top of the PVC pipe and glue the dowel in place. 2. Pound the fence post or stake into the ground. 3. Slide the pipe over the top of the post. Set up your dove tree about 20-30 yards in front of where you sit – doves will fly right to it! Step 2: Add Some Motion! To add movement to your dove tree, glue a small pipe fitting to the top of your PVC pipe. Then, cut a small square hole to fit the post of your spinning-wing decoy. Another great trick is using flicker decoys. These look like doves on the ground stretching their wings – they flash for a second, then stop. From a distance, it looks just like real birds moving. Next time you go dove hunting, try setting up some decoys. It takes just a little extra work, but you’ll get closer shots and more action. You’ll be glad you did! Who else is excited for dove season? #quailforever #thehabitatorganization

Shotgun Showcase 2025 - Retay Gordion Compact New to RETAY's light weight Gordion line, the Compact model adds a clever, convenient level of sizing variability to the platform; it is fitted with five ¼” stock shims that can adjust the shotgun length of pull from 12.5 to 13.5 inches in minutes, simply with a Philips screwdriver. Include the shims that adjust cast and drop behind the receiver, and you've got countless fit combinations. Check out the full review now: https://bit.ly/45cxL99 #quailforever #thehabitatorganization