That's right... BirdDogLife has moved to a new server in a new data center! We're mostly back online now but please pardon our dust as we work on adding thumbnails to posts that didn't previously have them and while we clean up some other small bugs. At any rate: Please have a look around and let us know how you like the new look and feel! … [Read more...] about We’ve moved!
Pheasants Forever – Pheasant Fest & Quail Classic 2012
If you haven't already it's time to mark your calendars for Pheasants Forever's Pheasant Fest & Quail Classic 2012! This year's event will be hosted at the Kansas City Convention Center in Kansas City, MO on February 17th, 18th and 19th! What is Pheasant Fest you ask? This event is the premier convention for those interested in habitat restoration and preservation, bird … [Read more...] about Pheasants Forever – Pheasant Fest & Quail Classic 2012
Why do we hunt? – Part Two
Why do we hunt? As part of an ongoing series of articles I have chosen to write based on a simple question, "why do I hunt", we will now embark on today's topic: ethical and moral responsibility. It's true; in the world we live in today most of us do not need to hunt in order to provide sustenance for ourselves and our communities. Some would even argue that to do so in … [Read more...] about Why do we hunt? – Part Two
Traditional Pheasant Stock
A number of our recipes call for pheasant stock. Some of you weren't sure how to concoct your own stocks so we put together this quick recipe to help you out! Please also note that you can always exchange chicken broth/stock for pheasant stock. It isn't quite the same but not having stock doesn't have to keep you on the bench! Ingredients: (makes 10-12 cups) 1-2 … [Read more...] about Traditional Pheasant Stock
Al’s Pheasant Tortilla Soup
This delicious variation of Jenn's recipe greatly reduces the time involved in creating the dish and has a flavor and character all it's own! It features a reduced ingredient list and Crockpot cooking method. Serves about six! Ingredients: Pheasant & stock ingredients: 2 pheasants (about 2 ½ pounds each) carrots (1-3) celery stalk (1-3) 1 large yellow … [Read more...] about Al’s Pheasant Tortilla Soup