The right type of habitat is key. We are at the point now where we hear reports of broods in every region of the state. Kudos to PF and the GC for their collaborative effort across the state. While it doesn't amount to much, having areas statewide (including game lands) with a few wild birds...
I'm not sure if Brians's chapter exists anymore. All contact info is gone for his chapter. Most other chapters hold similar events. The North Central PA Chapter holds a nice event.
Here is the info for last years past hunt...
Lots and lots of people! No where to go with people coming from all directions. Have to say everyone was pleasant and courteous. It was just hard to hunt like that..you'd start working a field and then have to heed to others. Lost a bird that way..Chipper flushed a rooster that would have been...
I have always been impressed with Minnesota and the amount of effort they put into upland hunting! I guess it's because people like the fellow in the video!