by Gary Howey | Mar 14, 2018 | Gary’s Thoughts from the Field
What do local Whitetails Unlimited, Pheasants Forever, Ducks Unlimited, Quail Forever, National Wild Turkey Federation, Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation have in common? They are all conservation organizations that support wildlife, habitat as well as numerous other...
by Gary Howey | Mar 9, 2018 | Gary’s Thoughts from the Field
It started; the other day, when the racket above was not hard to miss, as the skies filled with birds and their high-pitched quacks and the horse honks of Snow goose heading north into the Dakotas. Snow geese, which migrate in huge flocks are very vocal,...
by Gary Howey | Mar 5, 2018 | Gary’s Thoughts from the Field
In the world of prescribed burning, three types of fires are used; a “backfire,” “head fire,” and “flank fire,” and each type provides differing intensities for varying results. Backfire The slowest and easiest to control is a...
by Gary Howey | Feb 27, 2018 | Gary’s Thoughts from the Field
I have had numerous questions about predators; those furred critters adored by some and detested by others, they can become a big problem for man as well as being beneficial to him and the environment. Questions varied from, “why would anyone want...
by Gary Howey | Feb 26, 2018 | Gary’s Thoughts from the Field
The spring and summer months are critical when it comes to herd health. By providing a consistent, high-protein food source, whitetails will have their best chance for reaching their full genetic potential. Below are 4 key steps to help you grow a successful spring...
