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The Southern Nevada Chapter of Quail Forever (SNQF) recently partnered with the Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) and Wildlife Habitat Improvement of Nevada (WHIN) to install three new small game guzzlers targeting mountain quail in their southernmost range. Guzzlers are water containment systems that catch and store water from rain and snow that are used by wildlife during dry periods. Mountain quail are a priority species for NDOW, and a valued resource in the state. Nevada has been affected by record seasons of drought, and guzzlers assist in providing water during times of severe drought. Learn more about the implementation of these new guzzlers and their effect on mountain quail by reading the full article "Watering Holes in the Wild" by QF SW Regional Rep Lauren Stamm, at the link below. https://quailforever.org/BlogLanding/Blogs/Quail-Forever/Watering-Holes-in-the-Wild.aspx

Welcome to the Upland Newsroom, where we cover all things upland, Pheasants Forever, and Quail Forever. Topics for the end of June listed below. Nesting season for pheasants Nesting and calling season for bobwhite quail/ Bobscapes App 500th land acquisition for the state of Minnesota 2024 Farm Bill Journey to Conservation Careers Program New upland gear To learn more about the topics covered head to our website at Quailforever.org

Quail Fact Friday!💡 Here’s a “fact” for you: Quail > Pheasants. Sure, pheasants have their flashy colors and long tailfeathers, but did you know quail have a home-field advantage? Unlike pheasants, our beloved quail are true North American natives. They’ve been rocking the continent long before the pheasant made its flashy debut. So, as the 4th-of-July approaches, let’s give a shout-out to an OG American game bird that’s been here since the beginning. Let freedom (and quail calls) ring!

WATCH: A New Era for Bobwhite Quail. Link below! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BnPJMrJkLa8 In order to make significant progress in restoring bobwhite quail populations, wild lands and working lands must work together for the benefit of the life they support and the livelihoods they sustain. That’s why one of Quail Forever’s strategic priorities includes restoring and enhancing 780,000 acres of upland habitat on private land in targeted quail states by 2026. That may seem like a daunting task, but luckily there are proven programs, solid partnerships, and a brand-new opportunity for landowners to utilize. Watch our original film, “A New Era for Bobwhite Quail,” to learn about some of these landmark initiatives while also hearing from landowners who are making – and seeing – a difference for quail populations on their own properties in Georgia and Missouri. #Farming4Habitat

On The Wing Podcast Ep. 270: Use the Bobscapes App to Record Bobwhite Quail Encounters and Help Biologists, is live. Listen now at the link below, or wherever you get you podcasts. https://quailforever.org/BlogLanding/Blogs/Quail-Forever/Podcast-Ep-270-Use-the-Bobscapes-App-to-Record-Bobwhite-Quail-Encounters-and-Help-Biologists.aspx Host Bob St.Pierre is joined by Quail Forever’s Dr. Jessica McGuire, University of Georgia’s Dr. James Martin, and Quail Forever Journal Editor Ryan Sparks for a conversation about the new “Bobscapes” mobile app. The group chats about citizen science, artificial intelligence, and using Bobscapes data to better understand bobwhite quail populations. Episode Highlights: • Dr. Martin discusses the evolution of citizen science in wildlife research and also theorizes ways artificial intelligence may be used to help biologists in the future. • Jokingly referred to as a Bobscapes app “super user,” Sparks explains how easy the app is to use and how he enjoys putting it to work on his family’s Nebraska farm. • Learn more about Bobscapes and download the free app at www.Bobscapes.org. This episode of On the Wing podcast was made possible by a grant from the #Farming4Habitat campaign. Learn how private landowners are investing in the conservation of America’s fish and wildlife resources by visiting www.Farming4Habitat.org.

Congrats to Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever’s very own VP of Development Jordan Martincich on becoming North American Grouse Partnership’s newest board member!

Wingshooter Rig Walkthrough presented by onX Hunt, Pheasants Forever, and Quail Forever. You've seen a lot of incredible wingshooter rigs this series, giving you all sorts of ideas on how to set up your vehicle for both you and your dogs, but Pheasants Forever Journal Editor Tom Capenter is here to tell you that the best hunting rig, is the one you've got. See everyone in the field this fall! Don’t forget to check out OnX’s in-dash capabilities at onxhunt.com