Be a Habitat Creator and create more habitat that supports our pollinators, pheasants, quail and other wildlife! Link below to get your Pollinator Habitat Planting Kit. quailforever.org/pollinatorweek Did you know the native habitat that supports pollinators also supports pheasants and quail? Their chicks grow up on a diet consisting almost completely of soft-bodied insects and the diversity of plant species found in pollinator plantings provides important habitat for nesting, brood-rearing, and cover throughout the seasons. Pollinators also impact 75% of the global food supply and populations are in decline. Do your part in helping provide quality habitat wherever you are by donating to put more habitat on the landscape and in your own yard! For a limited time, a $35 or $75 donation made through this link includes a pollinator habitat planting kit with 6 native wildflowers, an 8”x10” pollinator habitat sign, an exclusive HABITAT CREATOR sticker, and an annual membership to Pheasants Forever. Create a pocket plot for pollinators and be a supporting member of the Habitat Organization at the same time! A huge thanks to our pollinator week partners: Corteva Agriscience, Bayer U.S. Crop Science, Syngenta US, Cabela's, Bass Pro Shops, Monarch Joint Venture, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Happy Father's Day to all the dads out there! Thank you for guiding, teaching, and passing down your love for the great outdoors. As mentors, you are the best role models for your children, especially when sharing the outdoor lifestyle together. Many who take the Hunter Mentor Pledge are fathers just like you, sharing their passion with the next generation. We strongly encourage you to take the pledge so we can continue to nurture a generation that not only cherishes the great outdoors but actively works to protect it. Take the pledge here: https://pheasantsforever.org/mentorpledge#PledgeForm Pheasants Forever Quail Forever #alpsoutdoorz | #huntermentorpledge | #sharethelifestyle | #pheasantsforever | #quailforever

A happy Father’s Day, and thank you to all of the dads out there. Thank you for introducing us to the outdoors, guiding us through life and the field, and instilling in us a great appreciation for the habitat we are all drawn to. #quailforever #fathersday #outdoordad

Quail Fact Friday!💡 Did you know that bobwhite quail and pollinators go hand in hand? The diverse prairie habitats that support bobwhite quail also provide a haven for pollinators like native bees and butterflies. The insects from these habitats are also a crucial food source for bobwhite chicks during their first months of life. It’s another beautiful example of nature’s symbiotic relationships! #quailforever #quail #bobwhitequail #quailfactfriday

The Northern Bobwhite Pilot Project: The Greatest Effort to Save Bobwhite Quail in American History. You read the title correctly. It might be a mouthful, but the recently announced Working Lands For Wildlife (WLFW), Northern Bobwhite Pilot Project is the biggest endeavor for bobwhite quail in American history. Announced at the 2024 Pheasant Fest & Quail Classic by USDA Under Secretary Robert Bonnie, the project marks the largest concerted effort to restore bobwhite quail populations across 18 states. This is the first time national funds will be sent to states explicitly for bobwhite quail habitat. Specifically, this project earmarks $13 million for bobwhite habitat in 2024. This project is one part of a larger, 5-year effort to improve 7-million acres of bobwhite habitat. One historical obstacle with bobwhite conservation is that most bobwhite habitat occurs on private land. The Working Lands For Wildlife, Northern Bobwhite Pilot Project seeks to address that obstacle by incentivizing private landowners to participate in voluntary conservation practices that will benefit bobwhite quail. Get the full details on The Northern Bobwhite Pilot Project, at the link below. https://quailforever.org/BlogLanding/Blogs/Quail-Forever/The-Northern-Bobwhite-Pilot-Project.aspx

A couple weeks ago, following a 13-hour markup, the House Committee on Agriculture voted to advance the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2024. This represents a critical step in the process to complete a five-year farm bill, which is the single most important piece of legislation for conservation on private lands. The May 23 markup of Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson’s (R-PA) bill was the first major Congressional action to be taken since the 2018 Farm Bill expired and received a one-year extension last fall. The Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever Government Affairs team has worked closely with Chairman Thompson, Ranking Member David Scott (D-GA), and the members and staff of the House Ag Committee throughout the legislative process. While there is still a long way to go to get this bill across the finish line, we were encouraged to see many of our top policy priorities included in the House Farm Bill. So, what’s in the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2024, and what would it mean for upland bird habitat and hunters? Find out by reading the full story at the link below.

Quail Fact Friday!💡 Just like strutting turkeys, male bobwhite quail put on an impressive display to attract a mate. Males showcase their best looks by fluffing their feathers, extending their wings, and turning their heads to display their distinctive patterns. They make short rushes towards the female and walk slowly around her with their tails fanned out and feathers fluffed. Competition can be fierce, with males often fighting other males to prove their dominance and attract a mate. This elaborate dance and rivalry also demonstrates the male’s fitness and readiness for the breeding season. #quailforever #quail #bobwhitequail #quailfactfriday