Episode 1: Quail

Should we cut trees for quail? Most people don't think of quail when they think about forest management, but good forest management decisions are key to bringing this iconic game bird back to the landscape. In our first episode of The Hardy Woods Podcast, we dive deep into quail and quail conservation with biologist Cathryn McVicker and learn more about why quail have disappeared, managing our forests for quail, and what help is out there for landowners who want to do their part. 

Chapters

• 0:00 Intro
• 5:17 Early successional habitat
• 12:26 The softball test
• 14:45 Nature is messy
• 17:40 Options for landowners
• 24:45 What's efficient?
• 27:16 Closing thoughts