Bob St.Pierre @BobStPierre

As Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever celebrate Grasslands Week and Pollinator Week, listeners will learn how prickly pear fruit supports desert wildlife, why Gambel's quail depend on these unique ecosystems, and how to turn wild-foraged prickly pear into a simple syrup that pairs perfectly with grilled quail. Along the way, the discussion explores conservation, public lands, raising the next generation of hunters, and the lessons children learn through time spent outdoors. Whether you're passionate about upland bird hunting, bird dogs, pollinators, habitat conservation, wild game cooking, or simply becoming a more connected outdoors enthusiast, this conversation offers a fresh perspective on the landscapes that sustain both wildlife and hunters. Listen to this episode and find the recipe for Prickly Pear Grilled Quail here: bit.ly/3QGQhls “On the Wing Podcast” is proudly fueled by @ProPlan

Exciting news! @USDA_NRCS is making $310 million available for partner-led conservation through the Regional Conservation Partnership Program. Pheasants Forever and @quail4ever thank NRCS and Chief Buckley for their commitment to supporting working lands, wildlife habitat, and rural communities! Read more here: pheasantsforever.org/BlogLanding/Bl…

As Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever celebrate Grasslands Week and Pollinator Week, listeners will learn how prickly pear fruit supports desert wildlife, why Gambel's quail depend on these unique ecosystems, and how to turn wild-foraged prickly pear into a simple syrup that pairs perfectly with grilled quail. Along the way, the discussion explores conservation, public lands, raising the next generation of hunters, and the lessons children learn through time spent outdoors. Whether you're passionate about upland bird hunting, bird dogs, pollinators, habitat conservation, wild game cooking, or simply becoming a more connected outdoors enthusiast, this conversation offers a fresh perspective on the landscapes that sustain both wildlife and hunters. Listen now: bit.ly/4eE2m2S “On the Wing Podcast” is proudly fueled by @ProPlan

The release of @SenateAgGOP Chairman @JohnBoozman's proposed farm bill comes at a pivotal time for farmers and ranchers. Rural America needs a farm bill, and we urge Congress to come together to pass a bipartisan bill that strengthens and invests in CRP and other voluntary, incentive-based conservation programs. Read our press release here: pheasantsforever.org/BlogLanding/Bl…

The release of @SenateAgGOP Chairman @JohnBoozman's proposed farm bill comes at a pivotal time for farmers and ranchers. Rural America needs a farm bill, and we urge Congress to come together to pass a bipartisan bill that strengthens and invests in CRP and other voluntary, incentive-based conservation programs. Read our press release here: quailforever.org/BlogLanding/Bl…

Butterflies & Bees Beget Birds ... and Life What's good for pollinators is good for PF & QF's namesake birds. Our grasslands are imperiled. Habitat for pollinators, and the insect life that feeds young gamebirds, is disappearing. We cannot let this habitat vanish. Cannot. Join us in learning more, and supporting the cause, this National Pollinator Week, June 22-28. Commit yourself to a future filled with the joy of wildflowers alive with life of all kinds, waving grasses signifying care and love for the land … and, oh yes, the pheasants, quail and other gamebirds we love. Read more here: bit.ly/44pPtEQ

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Butterflies & Bees Beget Birds ... and Life What's good for pollinators is good for PF & QF's namesake birds. Our grasslands are imperiled. Habitat for pollinators, and the insect life that feeds young gamebirds, is disappearing. We cannot let this habitat vanish. Cannot. Join us in learning more, and supporting the cause, this National Pollinator Week, June 22-28. Commit yourself to a future filled with the joy of wildflowers alive with life of all kinds, waving grasses signifying care and love for the land … and, oh yes, the pheasants, quail and other gamebirds we love. Read more here: bit.ly/4uUMoYv

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I spy with my little eye... Today marks the final day of Hatch Week, a week we’ve spent celebrating emerging pheasant broods and the importance of quality nesting habitat. With our $10,000 Hatch Week matching gift ending today, your impact can go twice as far—but only for a limited time. Renew your membership today at the link below and receive a PF Double Fillet Knife Set as a special gift. bit.ly/4veB4al

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Pheasant Fact Friday! Peak pheasant hatch occurs the first two weeks of June, and the new chicks needs insects. Up to two weeks old, they will grow faster than at any other time in their life. To support such growth, their diet must be over 90% insects. Spraying for insects during this time can slow the chick's growth, and can make them more susceptible to cool temperatures. If the chick's protein intake were to drop from the needed 27% to say 22%, it would take the chick five additional days to gain control of its body temperature. 📸 : Steve Oehlenschlager

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Quail Fact Friday! The iconic mating call of the male bobwhite can still be heard almost anywhere within their range where good habitat exists. June has historically been described as the prime nesting period for bobwhites in the Midwest. Although it is true that June is a vitally important month for nesting bobwhites, current research has documented that many hens don't initiate their first nests until early July. This change over time may be due to several compounding factors such as changes in agricultural practices, increased habitat fragmentation, and changing weather patterns. ~ Dave Hoover, QF Coordinating Wildlife Biologist

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One of my life’s greatest accomplishments has been raising three sons to care about conservation, and celebrate it together on some pheasant hunts each fall. Pictured: An Iowa adventure last fall with Jeremiah, Noah, and of course Lark. Dads and grandpas, thanks for all you do for the next generations. Happy Father’s Day from the Pheasants Forever Family! - Tom “Carp” Carpenter, Editor at Pheasants Forever.

Birds on a tailgate will be remembered for a season. Time spent together will be remembered for a lifetime. Today we celebrate the dads who have shared that gift with us. Happy Father's Day from Quail Forever.

It is Hatch Week and what a joy it is to see chicks on the ground. What are you seeing in your area? Drop your Hatch Week report down in the comments👇 Location: Nebraska & Minnesota

Peak hatch is happening now and understanding it can make you a better upland hunter. What actually happens during pheasant hatch, quail nesting season, and prairie grouse breeding? This conversation breaks down the biology behind the birds many upland hunters pursue each fall, and explains why nesting cover, brood habitat, and conservation work are so critical to future hunting opportunities. Listen now at the link below or wherever you get your podcasts! bit.ly/4uJDsEV “On the Wing Podcast” is proudly fueled by @ProPlan

Peak hatch is happening now and understanding it can make you a better upland hunter. What actually happens during pheasant hatch, quail nesting season, and prairie grouse breeding? This conversation breaks down the biology behind the birds many upland hunters pursue each fall, and explains why nesting cover, brood habitat, and conservation work are so critical to future hunting opportunities. Listen now at the link below or wherever you get your podcasts. bit.ly/43FvEZX “On the Wing Podcast” is proudly fueled by @ProPlan

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The Habitat Organization invites you to the Bobwhite Ball on June 26 as we celebrate all things Quail Forever! Join members, supporters, and distinguished guests at the Donald Danforth Plant Science Center in St. Louis for an evening dedicated to the conservation of America’s most iconic quail species. The event will feature a silent auction and raffles consisting of the best hunting trips, fishing trips, and gear offered in North America. And don’t wait – tickets are nearly sold out! To become an event sponsor or purchase individual tickets, please click this link: bit.ly/4e9kXoy

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Last segment of FAN Outdoors on @KFAN1003 for the weekend