Outdoor writers Bob Brister (right) and Gene Hill (left) at the Highland Bend US National Sporting Clays Championship.
The Pioneers of Sporting Clays in America

Sporting clays competitions in England were popularized in 1925. However, it took 60 years for…

Two hunters walk through a harvested crop field in Ohio.
Upland Bird Hunting in Ohio: Pheasant, Bobwhite Quail, Ruffed Grouse, and Other Small Game

Upland bird hunting season dates, limits, and licensing requirements in the Buckeye State Like much…

A colorful pasta salad with turkey meatballs, tomatoes, chickpeas, spinach, and orzo pasta.
Warm Orzo Salad with Wild Turkey Meatballs

Grind your turkey trimmings to make delicious meatballs that pair well with this warm pasta…

Two upland birds battle each other in prairie grass.
The Death of Nuance – A Letter from the Owners of Project Upland

In this letter from the Summer 2025 issue of Project Upland Magazine, co-owners Jennifer Wapenski…

A man holds a leashed German Wirehair Pointer.
Training Dogs with a Long Lead – Check Cord Basics

Teach obedience and steadiness while preventing common off-lead problems Dog training methodologies are vast. The…

A whole roasted chukar, sweet potato puree, and broccoli are served on a plate with a fork and knife on a dark wooden background
Roasted Chukar with Ginger and Sweet Potato Puree

A deliciously memorable meal featuring crispy whole chukar and a smooth, flavorful puree Northeast of…

A handler pointing towards a german wirehaired pointer on a leash.
Why Strong Leadership Is the Secret to Successful Dog Training

Confident, consistent leadership improves obedience and builds a stronger bond with your dog. Have you…

A pointing dog with a high tail in a historic painting.
The History and Debate of High Tails Versus Low Tails in Pointing Dogs

The History and Function Behind Pointing Dog Tail Positions Reveal a Deep Divide in Breeding…

A sign that says "welcome to Alberta" along a road winding through mountains in Canada.
Upland Bird Hunting in Alberta: Grouse, Ptarmigan, Huns, Pheasants, and More 

Experience Canada’s diverse upland bird hunting opportunities in Alberta Alberta is Canada’s fourth largest province.…

A woodcock with ferns
A 140-year-old Woodcock Exposed an Eco Villain

How an 1885 dissection unraveled a hidden story about invasive worms and the migration routes…

A brown Spinone hunting dog stands in a field
Spinone Italiano – Italian Pointing Dog Breed History and Development

The traditional, rough-haired Italian pointing dog overcame difficult odds to become a modern, versatile hunting…

Jay Herbert Jay Herbert during the Highland Bend US National Sporting Clays Championship in 1985.
Shotgunning Legend Jay Herbert’s Life and Legacy

An interview with the man who brought sporting clays from England to America and promoted…

A Vizsla with one front leg hugs his owner in the woods next to a hanging dead American woodcock.
Advice From A Vet: Knowing When To Say Goodbye To Your Hunting Dog

The bond between hunters and their dogs is one that never breaks. Here’s some advice…

A serving of fried turkey breast in a Chinese orange sauce, topped with green onions and sesame seeds, served atop white rice on a plate
Orange Wild Turkey

Enjoy this ever-popular Chinese-American dish with wild turkey, pheasant, and other white-meat birds Who doesn’t…

Men walking setters at a dog show in 1899
The History of Dog Shows and Competitions

Although informal dog competitions have likely been around for thousands of years, written records of…

A German Shorthaired Pointer sits attentively next to its handler.
Commanding And Naming Your Dog With Vowel Sounds In Mind

When it comes to effectively communicating with your dog, using strong vowel sounds make all…

Mexican-inspired wild turkey schnitzel with avocado crema and pico de gallo served atop the breaded schnitzel, all atop a white plate
Mexican-Inspired Wild Turkey Schnitzel

A delicious, cross-cultural combination of the satisfying crispiness of breaded turkey with the fresh ingredients…

A close-up of an American woodcock sitting on the ground, camouflaged.
Dogs Are The Means: Banding American Woodcock in Michigan

Banding American woodcock in Northern Lower Michigan wouldn’t be feasible without the help of pointing…

An eastern wild turkey walks across a field.
E-Scouting for Wild Turkeys in the Southeast

Advice and best practices for e-scouting southern wild turkeys from the couch I love the…

A road winds down grassy and rocky hills on BLM land in Utah.
The Rescission of the BLM’s Public Lands Rule Hurts Conservation

The Public Lands Rule put conservation on equal footing with mining, grazing, and other BLM…

A historic ruffed grouse painting from George Edwards
The Mystery of Grouse Drumming: From Thunder to Artificial Intelligence

This podcast episode uncovers the mystery of how ruffed grouse create their drumming sound, why…