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Restoring Forests and Habitat in Central New York: 1,400 Trees and Shrubs Planted at Heiberg Memorial Forest

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by Todd Waldron, Forest Conservation Director, Northeast U.S., Ruffed Grouse Society & American Woodcock Society On a cool, rainy Saturday morning in late April, the spirit of healthy forests and quality habitat came to life in Central New York through a boots-on-the-ground project at SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry’s (SUNY ESF) Heiberg Memorial Forest. Thirty-seven volunteers, including SUNY ESF students and faculty, along with Central New York RGS & AWS chapter members joined forces to plant 1,400 native trees and shrubs across a series of restoration plots. This was more than just a tree planting event; it was a...

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A Legacy Rooted in the Outdoors – Benjamin E. Jeffries

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Ruffed Grouse Society & American Woodcock Society (RGS & AWS) is honored to announce the generous donation of 72 acres of forestland in Frankfort, Maine, (in Waldo County) by the Benjamin E. Jeffries Family Trust. This incredible gift reflects the late Mr. Jeffries’ lifelong dedication to the outdoors, upland hunting and forest conservation, and ensures his legacy will inspire future generations of conservationists and sportsmen alike. A Legacy Rooted in the Outdoors Benjamin E. Jeffries was a passionate outdoorsman with deep ties to Maine’s upland hunting culture. His vision for the land he stewarded was clear: to enhance its conservation value and...

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Celebrating 10 Years of The Hunting Dog Podcast, with RGS

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To listen to the full episode, visit The Hunting Dog Podcast’s website In the latest episode of The Hunting Dog Podcast, titled “Ten Years in the Books,” host Ron Boehme reflects on a decade of commitment to upland hunting, dog training, and habitat conservation. This milestone coincides with the 10th anniversary of the American Woodcock Society (AWS), a partner organization of the Ruffed Grouse Society (RGS). Established to focus on woodcock habitats, AWS has expanded RGS’s conservation efforts across 38 states, emphasizing the importance of sustainable forest management for both ruffed grouse and American woodcock. Throughout the episode, Boehme highlights the collaborative efforts...

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Delivering land conservation in the Great Lakes Basin of northern NY:

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Private lands coordination and habitat implementation The strategic partnership between Ruffed Grouse Society & American Woodcock Society and American Bird Conservancy and their partners will connect northern New Yorkers to the outdoors by funding critical habitat improvement practices which promote a mosaic of diverse forest conditions, ages, and culturally significant forest and native ecosystem benefits. Primary Funder – American Bird Conservancy Sub Award & Cooperative Agreement Funding Amount: $112,240 sub award to RGS & AWS, $16,962 non-federal match required. Project Title: Delivering land conservation in the Great Lakes Basin of northern NY: Private lands coordination and habitat implementation. Location – Northern Onondaga, Oswego, Jefferson, St...

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RGS & AWS Partners with New York DEC on Habitat Project

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By Erik Latremore and James Canevari, New York Department of Environmental Conservation Nearly a decade ago, in 2015, the New York Department of Environmental Conservation (NY DEC) recognized that younger forests were needed to support many species being observed to have population declines. The DEC kicked off the Young Forest Program to create habitat for a whole host of wildlife species and to better the health and diversity of forests on Wildlife Management Areas (WMA). Part of this initiative involved support from many cooperating partners like the National Wild Turkey Federation, Ruffed Grouse Society & American Woodcock Society (RGS & AWS),...

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Take action in support of sustainable national forests management!

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At RGS & AWS, we’re proud to work with the U.S. Forest Service on sound forest management that promotes abundant wildlife, healthy forests, and opportunities for people to enjoy the outdoors. As the USFS considers a proposal that would guide stewardship of old growth and mature forests, we commend the Service for staying true to its mission – and relying on sound science as a guide. This despite a steady drumbeat of falsehoods and faux research from anti-forest management groups. The Forest Service wants your input on its plan, which could impact the entire National Forest System! Suggested comments are below. Take 5 minutes right now...

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