Episode 102: Pheasants Forever Canada with Perry McCormick

What does it take to conserve habitat, mentor new hunters, and keep upland traditions alive in Alberta?Host Brad Fenson sits down with Pheasants Forever Canada President Perry McCormick to discuss the organization’s impact, including raising record-breaking funds, protecting prairie habitats, and running first-class programs such as mentored pheasant hunts for university students.From the legacy of pheasant releases in Alberta to modern challenges like disappearing grasslands and irrigation changes, Perry shares the realities and opportunities for upland conservation. You’ll also hear about Pheasants Forever’s unique “money stays local” model and how hunters can get involved today.If you’ve ever wondered how conservation, access, and mentorship come together to shape the future of hunting in Alberta, this episode has the answers.Like the episode or let us know another topic to cover.Find Brad at:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bradfenson/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brad.fensonFind Harvest Your Own at:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HarvestYourOwnInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/harvestyourownaca/Threads: https://www.threads.net/@harvestyourownacaX/Twitter: https://x.com/harvestyourownWebsite: https://www.harvestyourown.ca/