# EP. 361: Habitat University, Creating Upland Habitat from the Ground Up

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Podcast: [On The Wing Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/on-the-wing-podcast-1052918)
Published: 2026-04-29T15:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://pheasantsforever.org/default.aspx
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## Resource

This conversation breaks down Habitat University, a skills-based platform designed to close the gap between theory and real-world application. Whether you’re planting a pollinator plot, improving nesting cover, establishing a food plot, or managing CRP acres, the focus is on actionable knowledge that leads to better results on the landscape. You’ll hear how modern conservation faces a growing challenge: fewer people entering the field with hands-on land management experience. That gap impacts everything from pheasant and quail habitat to hunting success and overall wildlife populations. Habitat University addresses that by delivering short, practical courses on topics like seed drill calibration, prescribed burning, invasive species control, and habitat planning. For aspiring wildlife professionals, it offers a clear path to understanding conservation programs, working with landowners, and building job-ready skills. Better habitat leads to more birds, stronger hunting opportunities, and healthier ecosystems. This is about putting knowledge into action where it matters most, on the ground. Show notes Check out the second installment of The Upland Newsroom . Learn more about Habitat University courses. On the Wing Podcast is proudly fueled by Purina Pro Plan.

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