When it comes to boom or bust upland bird populations, no species in America strikes more optimism in good years, and pessimism in the bad, than our six native quail species.
If you've ever considered hiring a bird hunting guide or becoming one, this is an unfiltered look at what it takes to make it work.
The burritos that Jorge and his father ate on hunting trips in the Quail Forever Winter 2026 Journal article "Our Fathers Before Us", were often simple, typically filled with Mexican shredded dried beef, called machaca, and scrambled eggs.
My father was a man of few words. On an hour-long drive, he wouldn't say much of anything. Every now and then, however, while lost in thought, a rare story would leave his lips.
Longtime regional representative helps drive mission in Oklahoma and beyond.
Driving philanthropy efforts for upland habitat conservation.