re: Paging Wick: Making first wild pheasant hunt-DAY 1 FINISHED

We have hunted just to the west of that area before. That is mainly open ground. Layer your clothing, look at booting the pup or at least having boots with you.

You will probably find both quail and pheasants in the same places. Carry the SxS gun, #6 shot, skeet and modified if you have them for chokes. Unless you are a damn good shot, you probably aren't killing a pheasant that has gotten up to full speed at 40+ yards flying away or crossing in front of you. Save your shots for high-percentage closer options.

Let the dogs work, let the birds teach them. As long as he isn't running off give him time to learn, he will bust birds, that is ok. IT might be good to take him out alone and work some property with just you and him without distractions.