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 […]
Mid-Atlantic
Habitat Improvements at Jennings Randolph Lake
by Ben Larson, RGS & AWS Forest Conservation Director – Mid-Atlantic In western Maryland, the Backbone Mountain Chapter and RGS & AWS staff have been working for over a decade […]
RGS & AWS Hires Aaron Lewis as Pennsylvania Forest Conservation Coordinator
RGS & AWS welcomes Aaron Lewis as the Pennsylvania Forest Conservation Coordinator. Aaron’s experience in forest consulting and the forest products industry has led to professional relationships with forest management […]
Action Alert: U.S. Forest Service National Old-Growth Amendment
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 […]
Q2 2024 Mid-Atlantic Habitat Spotlights
We’re excited to share the Mid Atlantic second quarter Habitat Spotlight. This handout showcases three regional projects spearheaded by local chapters. To learn more about any of the projects we […]
Action Alert: Virginia
Until Friday May 24th, RGS members can support forest management and habitat improvement on the GW-Jeff National Forest. RGS will submit formal comments, but it’s very helpful for individuals to […]
Alder Cutting at Tionesta Lake to Improve Woodcock Habitat
Forest County, Pennsylvania After the USACE consulted with Ben Larson of RGS, on ways to improve wildlife habitat along Tionesta Creek. Ben suggested they regenerate patches of alder along Tionesta […]
Lebanon Reservoir Access Trail on State Game Lands 211
Dauphin, Lebanon & Schuykill Counties An ATV access trail was built to get contractors into an isolated portion of State Game Lands 211 to complete a noncommercial cutting project that […]
Track2wing
Action Trackchairs for Wingshooters with Bird Dogs!Track2wing Project Applications Available All terrain access for wingshooters with bird dogs! RGS & AWS along with Pheasants Forever and the North American Versatile […]
Conservation Organizations Partner with Domtar to Improve Forest Wildlife Habitat in Pennsylvania
The Ruffed Grouse Society & American Woodcock Society (RGS & AWS), American Bird Conservancy (ABC), Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP) and Audubon Mid-Atlantic (AMA) are excited to partner with Domtar […]
