Quail Forever, the LDWF (Louisiana Department of Wildlife and fisheries), the USDA-NRCS and many more partners in the AR-LA WGCP CDN are offering an exciting opportunity for private landowners with the Open Pine Program for Quail, Turkey and other wildlife!
We can help you transform dense forests into healthy, open woodlands, savannas, and native prairies that support quail, turkey, deer, and songbirds.
Through the AR-LA Open Pine Landscape Restoration RCPP, landowners in 20 parishes across northern and central Louisiana can help improve and restore habitat for wildlife like turkey and quail!
Funding is available to help with:
- Forest Stand Improvement: Thinning dense woods to create open habitat.
- Prescribed Fire: A key tool for maintaining healthy ecosystems.
- Bird Monitoring: See the results of your hard work.
1. How do I start? NRCS and associated conservation partners will deliver this program collaboratively. You can begin by going to openpine.org to let a partner biologist know you are interested!
2. What does it cost me and what cost share is available? Funding is available for reimbursement through this program to reduce forest density and allow sunlight to reach the ground at differing rates based on management activities.
