Written by Aaron Field, Ph.D., Director of Private Lands Conservation, Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership; Images by James Wicks The mixed-bag hunters reading this article have probably heard why they should […]
Conservation Policy
Fix Our Forests Act: Tackling Wildfires Through Market-Driven Forest Management Solutions
As wildfires grow more frequent and devastating, the need for efficient and effective forest management has never been greater. At RGS & AWS, we’re gratified to see our elected leaders […]
The Future of Our National Forests…and Why Your Voice Matters
At RGS & AWS, we’re committed to conserving wildlife habitat, promoting forest diversity and optimizing carbon stewardship across forest landscapes, including National Forest System lands. Thus, we view the recent […]
Standing for Active Forest Management: RGS & AWS Supports White Mountain National Forest Stewardship
At the Ruffed Grouse Society & American Woodcock Society (RGS & AWS), we believe in the transformative power of actively managed forests—for wildlife, for hunters and for future generations. That’s […]
RGS & AWS Responds to Withdrawal of Federal Proposal for Old Growth, Mature Forests
Following a decision by the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) to withdraw a proposal to revise its management of old-growth and mature forests, the Ruffed Grouse Society & American Woodcock Society […]
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 […]
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 […]
VT ACTION ALERT: ANR Planning Rule
We encourage all of our Vermont members and audience to review and comment on the ANR Planning Rule. Comments are accepted through November 1, 2024. As always, we are in […]
Action Alert: Stearns Ruffed Grouse Habitat Management Project
RGS & AWS commends the Forest Service on their efforts to restore young forest habitat at biologically significant scales. We’re fully supportive of the proposed action outlined in the Stearns […]
For the Health of the Spirit and of the ForestÂ
By Charlie Booher Photo Credit: White Oak Initiative White oaks (Quercus alba), like most good bourbons, take years to mature. However, white oak groves are disappearing or, more accurately, are not […]