Epiphany by Gary Tunkavige It had been another night of fitful sleep, and it was because of worrying about Thicket. That Thicket developed into one of the best bird dogs […]
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RGS Voices on the Forest North Podcast
We’re excited to share that Stefan Nelson and Jeremy Collard represented the Ruffed Grouse Society on the latest episode of the Forest North Podcast. In this engaging episode, they discuss: […]
Bird Dog Botany
by John Stewart Wright w/ image Cheatgrass kills bird dogs. Not often, but too often, for any bird hunter who loves his or her canine companions. And sub-mortal cases are […]
West Virginia Grouse Survey Discontinued – New Opportunities to Contribute
The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) recently discontinued their grouse-specific hunter survey due to limited participation. Although this was a difficult decision, the data was no longer providing […]
A Bird in the Hand
A Bird in the Handby Jeff Gazdik It was probably around 1975 in Washington County, New York. By the way, the most beautiful county in our state, IMO. I would’ve […]
Curiosity and Hope: A Beginner’s Diary
Curiosity and Hope: A Beginners’ Diary by Dan Neebes I am a new hunter. My grandfather would go away for a week every November for deer camp when I was […]
New Dogs and New Friends
by Jessica Cobb w/ image Her expressive, mahogany-colored eyes, usually so playful, were all business and laser focused on the thick alder patch in front of her. As we approached […]
Some Training Never Sticks
Written by Karl (trout whisperer) Seckinger If someone could be sired into the royalty of dog breeders, Wes was. His grandfather was highly esteemed for his exemplary training techniques with […]
Ruffed Grouse Society Featured on Discovering
We’re thrilled to announce that the Ruffed Grouse Society has been featured in the latest episode of Discovering! This episode offers an inside look at the passion and hard work […]
Maine’s Upland Hunting Season Proposal
We need your voice! A recent proposal aims to change Maine’s upland hunting season, with the season now potentially starting later and closing on cast-and-blast weekends. This means fewer opportunities […]