On The Wing Podcast

EP. 381: “Gamey” - A Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever Short Essay

The word “gamey” gets thrown around whenever wild game tastes different from what we know. But what does the word “gamey” actually mean? Quail Forever Journal editor Ryan

EP. 380: “Judy” — A Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever Short Story

A bird dog endures shipwrecks, captivity, starvation and war to become a legendary symbol of courage. Judy of Sussex was no ordinary bird dog. Born in Shanghai in 1936,

EP. 379: Quail Across America: A Florida Couple’s Six-Species Adventure

Wild quail, rugged country, and a six-species pursuit turned one couple’s hunts into lifelong adventures. Jamie and Jesse Durham never set out to become dedicated quail

EP. 378: Inside a Bird Dog’s Mind: Canine Senses, Training, and Behavior

What actually happens inside a bird dog’s brain when it locks onto a pheasant, quail, or grouse? Dr. Annie Valuska, a Purina pet behaviorist with more than 20 years of

EP. 377: “Ballad of the Bird Dog” Goes Official with Musician Reese Glover

For anyone who has ever watched a bird dog lock onto a point or shared quiet miles across public land, this conversation hits close to home. Singer-songwriter Reese Glove

EP. 376: Wine, Wild Game, and California Quail at Passalacqua Winery

Discover how great wild game meals become unforgettable when paired with exceptional wine and upland traditions. A turkey hunt in California's vineyard country turns int

EP. 375: Conservation Scorecard: State Advocacy for Habitat, Hunting, and Public Lands

The biggest victories for upland birds often happen long before hunting season ever opens. Wild pheasants, quail, public land access, and quality bird hunting all depend

EP. 374: Wyoming’s Hidden Upland Opportunities Beyond Sage Grouse

Discover the overlooked birds, wild landscapes, and upland habitat work shaping Wyoming. Wyoming may be famous for sage grouse, mule deer, and elk, but the state offers

EP. 373: Johnny Morris on Conservation, Quail, and Inspiring the Next Generation

A conservation legend and a remarkable young bird caller reveal why America's uplands are worth protecting. Conservation begins with curiosity, and few conversations cap

EP. 372: Previewing New Season of The Flush on Outdoor Channel

Fall bird hunting starts long before the first rooster flushes or the first covey rises. It begins with maps spread across the table, bird reports rolling in, and convers

EP. 371: The Story Behind Jared Benson’s New Song “Old Bird Dog”

Few things define the upland hunting experience like a good bird dog, a trusted shotgun, and memories built one hunt at a time. On this episode of On The Wing Podcast, P

EP. 370: Pollinators, Quail, and Wild Foods from the Desert

As Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever celebrate Grasslands Week and Pollinator Week, this conversation explores the critical relationship between healthy habitat, thrivi

EP. 369: Biology of Nesting Season for Pheasants, Quail, and Prairie Grouse

It’s “Hatch Week” at Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever, so it’s cause for celebration. In fact, peak hatch is happening now and understanding it can make you a better u

EP. 368: The Role of Bird Dogs in the Future of Hunting and Conservation

The connection between a bird dog and a hunter may be one of conservation’s most powerful forces. For many upland hunters, the journey begins with their first bird dog.

EP. 367: Arizona Quail Initiative is Shaping Future of Habitat, Access, Hunting

Monsoon rains, desert grasslands, and wild coveys collide in Arizona’s ambitious quail restoration effort. Arizona’s quail country is bigger, rougher, and more alive tha

EP. 366: Working on a New Farm Bill and CRP Improvements in D.C.

Washington, D.C. can feel a long way from pheasant country, quail habitat, and working farms, but the decisions made there shape the future of upland hunting across Ameri

EP. 365: Trading Habitat Help for Hunting Access

Better habitat means better hunting. That’s not a surprising statement. What may surprise folks is how much sweat equity it takes to turn average habitat into elite uplan

EP. 364: Keeping Your Bird Dog Sharp with a Busy Family Life

Balancing bird dog training with young kids, busy schedules, and everyday life is a challenge most upland hunters eventually face. The reality is your dog doesn’t stop ne

EP. 363: Hands-On Habitat: Restoring Texas High Plains for Upland Wildlife

Deep in the Texas High Plains, a committed group of conservationists is proving what’s possible when habitat work meets community grit. On a sprawling 9,000-acre property

EP. 362: Best Hunting Spot Names and the Stories Submitted by Listeners

Great hunting spots aren’t just found; they’re named through hard-earned moments in the field. This collection of listener-submitted stories dives into the heart of uplan