Project Upland, in our continued effort to serve our community in new and innovative ways while seeking to lower the barriers of entry into upland hunting, is pleased to publish PROJECTUPLAND.COM ON THE GO. In order to make our content easier to access in more diverse ways, we now publish audio versions of our growing library of online written content. It is our hope that, by creating a new pathway to access the materials we produce, we strengthen our community and bring it closer together.
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Entry Point Hunting Podcasts
Whether you are brand new to the hunting world or looking to hone in on some specific skills and knowledge, our podcast aims to inform, educate and answer all those questions that you don’t know that you don’t know until ya know! From hunting best-practices, to gear, to prep, to conservation, to whether you should bring M&Ms or wear double socks, we’ll be discussing it all!
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The Art of Hunting Sage Grouse Without a Dog
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10:36In this article, Buffalo Creek Outfitters owner and avid sage grouse hunter Danielle Schoenwolf dives into the skills, strategy, and ethics required for hunting sage grouse solo. Use code PU20 and get 20% off onxhunt.com. Read more at projectupland.com.By Project Upland Magazine
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From CRP Fields to Shelterbelts: Managing Gamebirds in Crop-Dominated Landscapes
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11:45In this article, gamebird biologists and private land management consultants Kyle Hedges and Frank Loncarich discuss best practices for supporting upland bird habitat in the heart of row crop country. Use code UPLAND15 at yonderbound.co for 15% off your purchase. Read more at projectupland.com.By Project Upland Magazine
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Responsible Recovery: Blood Tracking Big Game with Versatile Dogs
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15:31In this article, Project Upland's Director of Operations Jennifer Wapenski writes about her experience tracking a wounded deer with her versatile hunting dog, Piper. She also writes about some best practices for training tracking dogs and the importance of ethically locating wounded big game animals with dogs (where legal). This article originally …
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Managing Pheasant, Quail, and Partridge Habitat in Agricultural Landscapes
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12:55In this article, biologists Kyle Hedges and Frank Loncarich discuss land management techniques that support upland bird production in croplands and pastures. Read more at projectupland.com.By Project Upland Magazine
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Managing Grasslands for Sharp-tailed Grouse, Prairie Chickens, and Other Upland Birds
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16:09In this article, biologists Kyle Hedges and Frank Loncarich discuss grassland management techniques that landowners and managers can utilize to help bolster upland bird populations on their properties. Read more at projectupland.com.By Project Upland Magazine
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How Dog Shows Don’t Help Hunting Dog Breeders Obtain “Perfection of Form”
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12:41In this article, dog historian Craig Koshyk explains how dog shows reward beauty and fail to objectively evaluate the functional abilities of gundogs using modern instruments and scientific methods. Read more at projectupland.com.By Project Upland Magazine
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Upland Game Bird Habitat Requirements and Management Tips
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9:53In this article, upland bird biologists Frank Loncarich and Kyle Hedges discuss nesting, brood-rearing, and escape cover habitat needs upland birds have. They also talk about land management practices landowners and managers can use to support these habitat needs. Read more at projectupland.com.By Project Upland Magazine
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Why Losing Funding for Songbird Science Would Hurt All Bird Species
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14:08In this article, PhD student and bird researcher Logan Clark explains how the proposed budget cuts to the U.S. Geological Survey, including a 90 percent cut to its Ecosystems Mission Area, would irreparably harm our ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data about North American birds. Read more at projectupland.com.…
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Managing Grasslands for Sharp-tailed Grouse, Prairie Chickens, and Other Upland Birds
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15:14In this article, biologists Kyle Hedges and Frank Loncarich discuss grassland management techniques landowners and managers can use to help bolster upland game bird populations on their properties. Read more at projectupland.com.By Project Upland Magazine
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The Differences Between American and European Pointing Dog Tails
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18:34In this article, dog historian Craig Koshyk explains the cultural differences that have arisen over time between European and American pointing dog tail preferences. Spoiler alert: whether a pointing dog’s tail is held level or at 12 o’clock is not particularly important—except for when it is. Read more at projectupland.com.…
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Emotional Dysregulation in Dogs and Puppies: Helping Dogs Stuck in “Drive” to Relax and Self-Regulate
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11:46In this article, professional trainer Jason Carter writes about techniques and strategies for shifting excitable, anxious, and emotionally dysregulated dogs into “neutral.” Read more at projectupland.com.By Project Upland Magazine
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Advice From A Vet: Knowing When To Say Goodbye To Your Hunting Dog
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9:00In this article, Dr. Jay Brekke, DVM offers some kindhearted advice on knowing when to let your hunting dogs cross the Rainbow Bridge and how you can honor their legacies. Read more at projectupland.com.By Project Upland Magazine
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Wild Turkeys in Pennsylvania: A Conservation Success
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15:49In this article, Craig Mitchell writes about how through habitat recovery, science-based strategy, and community dedication, Pennsylvania successfully restored its wild turkeys. Read more at projectupland.com.By Project Upland Magazine
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Meet Fin, an Invasive Mussel Detection Dog
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16:55In this article, Gabby Zaldumbide writes about Fin, Washington’s mussel detection dog. Fin is trained to help stop the spread of invasive zebra and quagga mussels in the Columbia River Basin. Read more at projectupland.com.By Project Upland Magazine
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How to Use Social Media to Effectively Advocate for Public Lands and Conservation
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9:48In this article, Mandy Carlstrom and AJ DeRosa discuss some key strategies for using social media to advocate more effectively for public lands, science, and conservation through First Amendment rights on official accounts. Here's a link to the article on projectupland.com. The authors provided links to key senators' Instagram accounts, making it e…
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Caring for the Aging Bird Dog: Vet Advice on Hunting, Health, and Joint Support
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10:52In this article, Dr. Jay Brekke, DVM, explains some of the best ways to care for and hunt with a senior hunting dog. Read more at projectupland.com.By Project Upland Magazine
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The Pioneers of Sporting Clays in America
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14:26In this article, R. K. Sawyer writes about how sporting clays took root in America—from early 20th-century target games to the first U.S. National Sporting Clays Championship in 1985. Read more at projectupland.com.By Project Upland Magazine
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The Death of Nuance - A Letter from the Owners of Project Upland
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6:59In this letter from the Summer 2025 issue of Project Upland Magazine, co-owners Jennifer Wapenski and AJ DeRosa call for nuance in an era of outrage-driven media. Read more at projectupland.com.By Project Upland Magazine
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Why Strong Leadership Is the Secret to Successful Dog Training
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9:48In this article, Jason Carter of Merrymeeting Kennels discusses the importance of leadership in dog training. Confident, consistent leadership improves your dog's obedience and builds a stronger bond with your dog. Read more at projectupland.com.By Project Upland Magazine
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Shotgunning Legend Jay Herbert’s Life and Legacy
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10:18In this article, R.K. Sawyer talks with Jay Herbert, the man who brought sporting clays from England to America and promoted English-style shooting for over 50 years. Read more at projectupland.com.By Project Upland Magazine
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The History of Dog Shows and Competitions
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16:40In this article, dog historian Craig Koshyk explores the history of dog shows and competitions. Although informal dog competitions have likely been around for thousands of years, written records of the first dog shows describe finding dogs of the “highest perfection.” Read more at projectupland.com.By Project Upland Magazine
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Demeisha Dennis on Fly Fishing and BGOW
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1:22:24Tune in for our recent interview with Demiesha Dennis from Brown Girl Outdoor World (BGOW). We take a deep dive into the art and task of fly fishing, what it means to bring newbies into the space and everyone can be the gateway for keeping fishing in the outdoors alive and well with a simple invitation to someone looking to get into the water world…
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Dogs Are The Means: Banding American Woodcock in Michigan
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15:15In this episode, Gabby Zaldumbide writes about Bill Quinlan's experiences banding woodcock in northern lower Michigan and describes how banding woodcock helps scientists and wildlife managers better understand these birds. Read more at projectupland.com.By Project Upland Magazine
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The Rescission of the BLM's Public Lands Rule Hurts Conservation
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11:34In this article, AJ DeRosa writes about the rescission of the Bureau of Land Management's Public Lands Rule this past April and its implications for prioritizing conservation on BLM lands. Read more at projectupland.com.By Project Upland Magazine
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Quail or Chickens: Which Domestic Bird is Right For You?
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8:08In this article, Mike Fitzgerald writes about how, depending on your living situation and homesteading goals, chickens or quail may work better for you. Read more at projectupland.com.By Project Upland Magazine
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German Longhaired Pointer (Deutsch Langhaar) Breed Profile
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13:52In this article, Project Upland Director of Operations (and Deustch Langhaar owner) Jennifer Wapenski writes about the history, characteristics, and abilities of the ever-versatile German Longhaired Pointers and Deustch Langhaars. Read more at projectupland.com.By Project Upland Magazine
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Mark Stenroos on the Epics of iHunter
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1:10:42Tune in for our recent interview with Mark Stenroos, founder and creator of the iHunter app. We take a deep dive into the app, it's future and its breadth of use and purpose. Mark Stenroos is a man who traded the vast prairies of Alberta for the rugged beauty of Nova Scotia. An avid hunter and outdoorsman, Mark's passion for the wild led him to cre…
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In this article, Sage Marshall discusses the leading theories surrounding woodcock evolution in North America. Read more at projectupland.com.By Project Upland Magazine
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How to Keep Busy During the Bird Hunting Off Season
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10:24In this article, biologist Frank Loncarich recommends that, during the off season, bird hunters become students of the birds through learning basic biology, meteorology, and networking with wildlife professionals. Read more at projectupland.com.By Project Upland Magazine
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In this article, Mark Parman writes about the names, histories, and habitat information for naturally-occurring edible alliums. Read more at projectupland.com.By Project Upland Magazine
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The New Project Upland Podcast: What Caused the Passenger Pigeon Extinction?
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34:23In this episode, Gabby and AJ talk to Mark Avery, author of A Message from Martha. As a biologist and conservationist, Mark takes us back in time to reconstruct the biology, habitat, and final era of the Passenger Pigeon. The Passenger Pigeon’s extinction is one of the most dramatic extinction stories of the 20th century, resulting in the loss of t…
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Herman Alofs’ Invention Of The Reloading Magazine
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8:04In this article, Craig Mitchell writes about one metalworker who, 100 years ago, enabled post-Great Depression hunters to reload efficiently without purchasing a pump-action shotgun. Read more at projectupland.com.By Project Upland Magazine
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The Designation of National Monuments and Their Impact on Public Lands
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18:07In this article, A.J. DeRosa discusses the origin and history of the Antiquities Act as well as the powers U.S. presidents have when it comes to designating (or removing) national monuments. Read more at projectupland.com.By Project Upland Magazine
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In this article, Mike Fitzgerald shares about how he financially benefits from raising coturnix quail. Read more at projectupland.com.By Project Upland Magazine
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What’s Limiting Eastern Ruffed Grouse Populations?
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20:02In this article, Gary Norman offers insights from his career as a ruffed grouse biologist on the factors impacting eastern ruffed grouse survival. Due to an editorial error, the second half of Gary's original article was not included in this episode's initial publication. As of 3/24, we have updated this podcast episode to include his article in it…
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Trial by Fire: The Loss and Potential Recovery of Ruffed Grouse Habitat in Virginia
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17:06In this article, Ryan Dawson writes about ruffed grouse populations and habitat in Virginia and how fire may just be what southeastern forests need to recover Appalachian ruffed grouse. This article originally appeared in the winter 2024 issue of Project Upland Magazine. Read more at projectupland.com.…
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In this article, Mike Fitzgerald explains useful practices for raising domestic quail during all four seasons. Check out Mike's recipe for pickled quail here! Read more at projectupland.com. Read more at projectupland.com.By Project Upland Magazine
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Midwestern Bobwhite Quail Conservation: The Time For Action Is Now
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16:10In this episode of Project Upland On The Go, two quail biologists encourage private landowners to take advantage of state and federal habitat management assistance. This story was originally published in the Fall 2024 issue of Project Upland Magazine. Subscribe to Project Upland Magazine and find more articles like this at projectupland.com. Read m…
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The Feathered Fletch on Archery and Bow Hunting
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59:25Tune in for our recent interview with the founders and creators of WeThinkOutside and The Feathered Fletch. The Feathered Fletch is an archery school with a passion for teaching kids and adults the proper techniques for using archery equipment, whether for recreational purposes or to actually hunt for food. Victoria and JD also run a full-time educ…
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When I say stand hunting, I’m not referring to sitting in a deer stand and waiting for rabbits to show up. (Unless you always see rabbits from your deer stand, in which case, do that!) Instead, I’m talking about setting up within gun range of excellent rabbit cover that is impossible to flush rabbits from and waiting for them to emerge. Ambush hunt…
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A Complete Guide to Late Season Snowshoe Hare Hunting
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10:40Late season snowshoe hare hunting is a bit different than early season snowshoe hunting. Here are a few pointers for adding a hare or two to your game bag during the tail end of winter. Read more at projectupland.com.By Project Upland Magazine
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The Complete Weimaraner History, Profile, and Hunting Dog Story
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37:39The official history of the Weimaraner begins on June 22, 1897 when a club for the “pure breeding of the silver-grey Weimaraner pointing dog” was formed in Erfurt, Germany. The breed’s development since that time is relatively well documented. The historical record from before that time is much less clear. And since the further back it goes, the fu…
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Paws To Peaks Rescue: A Nonprofit Dedicated To Rehoming Bird Dogs
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8:24Gina Deem was a nursing student in Bozeman, Montana when she adopted her first hunting dog in 2014. At the time, she wasn’t a hunter, but her then-boyfriend was. “He said, ‘If we’re going to get a dog, we’re going to get a bird dog. And that bird dog’s going to be a German Shorthair,’” she recalls. Aware of how many dogs were in shelters, Deem want…
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So how English is the English setter? In some ways, the answer is ‘not very much.’ In terms of numbers, looks and working style the breed is now more American, more Italian, more international than it is English. However, the English setter is, and always will be, quintessentially English. Refined over time by brilliant, industrious people, the Eng…
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FDA-Approved QuailGuard Treats Cecal Worms And Eyeworms In Wild Bobwhite Quail
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15:13For bird enthusiasts, hearing about the negative impacts of habitat loss on bobwhite quail isn’t anything new. In fact, this issue have been largely blamed for North America’s shrinking bobwhite population. However, parasites may have a larger effect on wild quail than previously thought, especially in Texas and Oklahoma. “Something happened,” said…
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How to Keep a Hunting Dog Conditioned in the Winter
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15:28For many of us in the northern snow-covered hills of the United States, hunting season is shortly coming to an end—if not already. Green rolling pastures have now been replaced by a tundra; the woodcock have all traveled down to warmer, worm-filled bayous; and the grouse are retreating to the treetops. Now entering your home, you will likely be met…
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Tune in for our recent interview with Sean Badart from Reliable Gun. Sean shares what Reliable Gun is all about and how they can serve you in your next outdoor harvesting adventure! You can reach Reliable Gun @reliablegun on Instagram or check out their website https://www.reliablegun.com/. You can reach Sean @seanbadart on Instagram or at sean@rel…
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I heard the jokes about water swatting American coots long before I became a licensed hunter. But when I finally took up waterfowl hunting, I discovered that the humor surrounding coots was actually a well-placed sentry guarding a well-kept secret: American coot is delicious. Read more at projectupland.com.…
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You’ve done your research, picked the ideal dog breed, selected a reputable breeder, and now have a much-anticipated date circled on your calendar. Your new puppy will soon arrive in your home, full of unbridled potential and the uncanny ability to create chaos wherever it goes. The weeks before the new pup arrives are the best time to gather suppl…
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Guide to Hunting Gambel’s and Scaled Quail In Arizona
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11:49My first experience with Arizona quail occurred as a covey of about 30 Gambel’s quail raced across the public two-track road before us, sprinting to a pond to get water. Not believing our luck, I pulled the truck over. My father, James, and buddy, Kyle Hedges, helped me boot up three dogs. While the process took about 20 minutes, we were confident …
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