Into the Forest – Preservation of an Outdoor Tradition

When people think of an “upland hunting preserve” they might think of well-managed land where bird hunters pursue pheasants, quail, and other species. What you may not realize is that preserves are deeply committed to conserving native habitats, and ensuring the land remains healthy & productive for generations to come. The Feathered Forest works to restore land that might have otherwise been lost to agriculture, development, or neglect.

In this off-season, you will find us enhancing wildlife habitat by implementing a prescribed burn in May, planting, water management, and native grass protection that mimics the fields that once dominated Texas. The diversity of cover is essential for nesting and sheltering the birds. Our season ended in March; however, as of the end of April we can still see & hear Pheasants living among the Forest we have worked hard to manage. We even hear stories of nearby Bedias & Huntsville landowners who have found Pheasants enjoying their property as well. When we do the final math, a surprising 40% of all the Feathered Forest birds have been “released” to the wild!

Reintroducing upland birds to this region of Texas is satisfying to watch, and we hope to serve as a model to the next generation of how conservation and outdoor recreation can thrive together.

Cheers,

The Feathered Forest Team