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RGS & AWS Adds Alyssa Roberts as Forest Wildlife Specialist in Minnesota

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Alyssa Roberts joins RGS & AWS as forest wildlife specialist, bringing extensive field experience in wildlife biology, forest habitat management and natural resources research across northern Minnesota. Roberts has built her career working directly in the field, with eight years of experience as a seasonal technician for the U.S. Forest Service on both the Chippewa National Forest and Superior National Forest, followed by two years in environmental consulting. Her work has focused on supporting forest stewardship, wildlife monitoring and science-based management practices that improve habitat for a wide range of species. Throughout her career, Roberts has collaborated with multiple conservation partners including...

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The Wisconsin Forestry Revitalization Act Officially Passes

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The Wisconsin Forestry Revitalization Act (SB 456) represents a major step forward for the state’s forest economy, creating new markets for low-value wood and strengthening the long-term health of Wisconsin’s working forests. Central to the legislation is support for a proposed woody biomass facility in Hayward that would convert forest material into sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). This initiative is expected to drive up to $1.5 billion in total investment across Northern Wisconsin’s forest products sector, supported by performance-based incentives of up to $120 million in tax credits to attract private capital and secure the project locally. Just as important as the economic...

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RGS & AWS and Aldo Leopold Foundation Partner on 2026 Conservation Membership Initiative

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The Ruffed Grouse Society & American Woodcock Society (RGS & AWS) has partnered with the Aldo Leopold Foundation to offer a special Conservation Membership package for 2026, highlighting the shared conservation values between the two organizations and the enduring legacy of renowned conservationist Aldo Leopold. The collaboration centers on Leopold’s philosophy of a “land ethic,” first introduced in his landmark book “A Sand County Almanac,” which encourages people to see themselves as members of a broader ecological community with a responsibility to care for the land and wildlife. “RGS & AWS is thrilled to partner with the Aldo Leopold Foundation in offering…

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MeatEater Podcast Asks: Can Ruffed Grouse and Woodcock Be Saved?

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A recent episode of the MeatEater Podcast takes a thoughtful look at a question many upland hunters and conservationists are asking: What does the future hold for ruffed grouse and American woodcock? In Episode 845, host Steven Rinella explores the challenges facing these iconic upland birds and the landscapes they depend on. The episode also features insights from RGS & AWS VP of Conservation, Karl Malcolm, who discusses the critical role healthy, diverse forests play in sustaining grouse and woodcock populations. The conversation highlights how changes in forest age structure across the eastern U.S. have reduced the amount of early successional habitat…

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Severe East Coast Winter Weather Results in Woodcock Die-offs

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The Cape May Peninsula in New Jersey has long been known as an important migratory stopover site for a myriad of birds in the Atlantic Flyway, including American woodcock. A recent bout of extreme weather on the East Coast led to the death of more than 170 woodcock at Cape May Point. The tragic event serves as a stark reminder of the fragile balance these birds maintain. A Perfect Storm Cape May Average Temperature for the Month of January 2026  The daily range of reported temperatures (gray bars) and 24-hour highs (red ticks) and lows (blue ticks), placed over the daily average high (faint…

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Celebrating Grouse, Woodcock and Healthy Forests at Pheasant Fest

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Pheasant Fest is where conservation, community and upland traditions come together. This year, RGS & AWS is inviting attendees to slow down and start Saturday morning with conversation. Coffee and Covers is a casual meet-and-greet with RGS & AWS award-winning Covers magazine Editor-in-Chief Britney Booth, open to everyone attending the show. Held over a cup of coffee, this relaxed gathering is designed for easy conversation about conservation, storytelling, upland hunting traditions and the role media plays in connecting people to the landscapes and wildlife we care about. There’s no formal agenda and no presentation. Attendees are welcome to stop by and chat…

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