[AZ Traveler]

Lynwood,

The North American Model of Wildlife Conservation is the most successful in the world. It has saved many game species that were almost wiped out in the early 20th century by market hunting. The biggest challenge today is loss of habitat.

I live in a suburban area with deer, bobcat, mt lion, javelina, coyote and lots of quail and dove through the yard on a regular basis. No turkey in the yard but much larger numbers than the past. Occasionally see a bear. Wildlife has made a great comeback thanks to our state wildlife agencies. Today is clearly the "good years" for hunting and wildlife.

AZ is probably the best quail state in the country with multiple species although no bobs. I get out with the pups at least twice a week with a lot of great areas within 15 minutes. The vast majority of land here is public and open to hunt.