2520 N Conestoga Ave, Tucson, Arizona 85749

Mearns quail tend to be ninjas. Mearns quail are much sneakier, hiding in thick vegetation and not spooking easily. The only way to find these birds is with good tracking dogs. This makes hunting Mearns a bit more of a leisurely stroll than Gambel as hunters wait until the dogs can find a scent trail. While physically less demanding, it does mean that the hunt itself can be more challenging. The terrain should still not be underestimated, and will be taller grass, rocky, and steep terrain so it is still recommended that hunters are in decent physical shape. The best time to hunt Mearns is between 10 and 4 so you will not have to be rushing in the mornings. The bag limit for Mearns quail is 8, so if you are looking for more of a purist hunt and soak in the experience more, this will be the hunt for you.