This is truly going to be a terrible season for nesting. Canada has been drought stricken and the Dakota's appear to be entering one. I think the eastern parts will be OK for production because there's enough carry over from last year, but without some significant spring rain, plan on shortened seasons and a reduced bag. Here's a look at how bad things really are...
http://enso.unl.edu/monitor/2002/drmon0226.htm
http://enso.unl.edu/monitor/2002/drmon0226.htm