Aren’t quail and pheasant the same animal? Well, they’re closely related, but they are, indeed, different from one another in several ways. In fact, they have different sizes, colors, plumage, diet and habitat Quail Characteristics First, consider quail, which is a general term that encompasses some 29 species! Generally, quail are short-in-height game birds known… Read more »
Meadow Brook Game Farm is located in Westmoreland, Tennessee. With a population of just over 2,000 people, Westmoreland was first settled in the early 1800s by pioneers looking for new plots of land where they could settle and build a life. Between 1805 and 1820, Westmoreland grew thanks to the establishment of the railroad and… Read more »
“What’s for dinner, honey?” “Quail.” “Quail?” “Sounds interesting.” “Yeah, something different.” Nutritious Quail meat and eggs aren’t on most people’s dinner menus, but, that said, if and when you get the chance, you should try quail. It has numerous health benefits. Quail meat, for instance, is highly nutritious, giving you protein, calcium, iron and zinc…. Read more »
When hunting for pheasants, quail, and other game birds, you can dramatically increase your chances for a successful hunt by knowing key characteristics of each bird. Being able to identify game birds by their color, plumage and other features will allow you to react quickly and ensure you’re hunting your desired target. Pheasants have a… Read more »
In Tennessee, about an hour north of Nashville, you’ll find the Meadow Brook Game Farm in Westmoreland. As a 1200-acre shooting preserve in operation since the 1950s, generations of hunters have come here to hunt pheasant, quail and more. If you’re itching to hunt, call 615-888-2411 to learn more about Meadow Brook Game Farm…. Read more »
What are some pheasant hunting safety precautions to take? Hunter and Firearm Education Have you ever taken a firearm safety or hunter education course? Whether or not your state requires it, you should take a course to familiarize yourself with firearm/hunting safety practices. It’s always good to learn from experts. When you learn about firearms… Read more »
People come from near and far to Tennessee’s Meadow Brook Game Farm to hunt pheasant. In business for over 50 years, Meadow Brook’s pheasant hunts are popular because hunters don’t need a hunting license, Meadow Brook furnishes the hunting dogs, and there are plenty of birds to shoot on a guaranteed hunt. “Do’s” What are… Read more »
If you’re a hunter and you want to hunt quail, you need to come to Meadow Brook Game Farm in rural Westmoreland, Tennessee, which is west of Knoxville and north of Nashville. You can call 615-888-2411 for details! Fun Quail Facts How much do you know about quail? Did you know, for example, that quail… Read more »
So you’d like to increase your odds for a huge pheasant hunting day? Nice! Man’s Best Friend One thing you can do to increase those odds is to hunt with a dog. Ideally, you want a conditioned dog who can handle heavy brush, tumbleweed, corn, milo and sorghum fields. Dogs can pick up the scent… Read more »
As we ring in the new year of 2021, we can all hope for better days ahead. Why not plan a pheasant hunt at Meadow Brook Game Farm for something to look forward to in the new year? With that in mind, what are some new year’s resolutions for pheasant hunters? Introduce a Youngster to… Read more »
At Meadow Brook Game Farm in Westmoreland, Tennessee, just north of Nashville, you can try your hand at bird hunting and see if you get a quail or pheasant. Now why hunt birds rather than, say, deer? More Excitement Well, if you’ve ever spent a whole day sitting in a blind waiting to shoot a… Read more »
One of the many things this pandemic has taught us is that it’s essential we do the things love when we’re blessed enough to have our health. What’s more, after being cooped for what felt like months on end, it’s essential we get the fresh air and sun we need, and enjoy the outdoor activities… Read more »
"On behalf of all of us, I would like to thank all of you for the Best Hunt we ever had. You all were amazing and the dogs were just spectacular. I'm sure all of us will be back many more times over the next several years. Thanks again for a Great Hunt." - Jim