Biologists can gain valuable scientific information by banding ducks and geese across the North American landscape. I’m not one for fashion. The farthest I’ll go is donning a Garmin watch on my wrist and, occasionally, sunglasses to keep stray fly hooks from lodging in my cornea. Without function, style evades me as naturally as mosquitoes… The post Why Biologists Band Waterfowl appeared first on Project Upland ..read more

Weighing the impact of dog bells on Ruffed Grouse hunting tactics and success. With every step, my black snow pants swished as I trailed behind my father, brother, and a Brittany while we hunted ruffed grouse in October of 1987. The forest ambiance was punctuated by the calls of blue jays and crows. Leaves crunched… The post Are Dog Bells a Hindrance in Ruffed Grouse Hunting? appeared first on Project Upland ..read more

Protect your dog from insect-transmitted diseases by learning about the three most common ways to avoid ectoparasites. One of the most constantly changing topics in the field of veterinary medicine is flea and tick prevention for dogs. Hunting dogs are some of the most exposed and susceptible victims to ectoparasites such as ticks, fleas, mites… The post Guide To Choosing Flea And Tick Preventatives For Your Dog appeared first on Project Upland ..read more

Sharp-tailed grouse are a highly adaptable species that utilize a wide variety of plant species for food and cover throughout the year. Generally speaking, grassland grouse are not the most adaptable critters. Both prairie chicken species need large expanses of grassland, while sage grouse must have large expanses of sagebrush to thrive. The one exception… The post Important Plants for Sharp-tailed Grouse appeared first on Project Upland ..read more

If you’re gonna cook a southern-style woodcock dinner, do it right. I have a confession: I haven’t always liked grits. My first encounters with grits were of the instant kind. Much like instant rice, steam-in-the-bag veggies, and pretty much everything else designed to eliminate labor from cooking, instant grits aren’t very good. That statement may… The post Woodcock and Grits appeared first on Project Upland ..read more

Learn how to identify high-quality sage grouse habitat in the western United States. Chasing Greater Sage-grouse is a dream hunt for many uplanders. For most, it’s an epochal experience planned years in advance. But increasing your odds of finding birds requires advanced research. Why squander away a potentially once-in-a-lifetime opportunity by being underprepared? Listen to… The post A Field Guide To Sage-Grouse Habitat appeared first on Project Upland ..read more

Missouri features a plethora of upland bird and small game hunting opportunities on public lands across the state. Missouri has a reputation for high-quality hunting. Many are familiar with the state’s ability to produce large whitetail bucks, but did you know it’s an incredible place for upland bird hunting, too? Upland enthusiasts can pursue pheasant,… The post Hunting for Bobwhite, Pheasant, and other Small Game in Missouri appeared first on Project Upland ..read more

Sage grouse hunting is a privilege that comes with significant responsibility. Each September, an inexplicable reverence stirs within me as I patiently await the chance to roam Wyoming’s boundless public lands in pursuit of the bird that holds my heart—the iconic sage grouse. There’s something almost spiritual about stepping into the vast sea of sagebrush… The post A Guide to Hunting Sage Grouse appeared first on Project Upland ..read more

Upland bird hunting under the big sky of Montana is a beautiful challenge with a lot of game bird variety, check out the latest season dates and impactful issues. Before us stretched a vast sage steppe that seemed to extend forever beside the pale mountains on the horizon. For someone who grew up in the… The post Montana Bird Hunting for Pheasant, Huns, Sharp-tailed Grouse, and More appeared first on Project Upland ..read more

Turn your goose legs and thighs into a juicy burger by using these tips for the perfect grind I believe the key to a flavorful and juicy waterfowl burger is treating the meat like you would if you were making sausage. But instead of incorporating pork fat into this burger recipe, we will utilize a… The post Sweet and Spicy Canada Goose Burger appeared first on Project Upland ..read more