RGS/AWS membership response in the process so far expressing the need for Young Forest Habitat has been outstanding and has already been impactful.
Now we need your voice again to influence the direction of management on our National Forests for the next 15-20 yrs.
[Read more…] about Nantahala and Pisgah Draft Forest Management Plan Released – RGS
The Ruffed Grouse Society and American Woodcock Society (RGS | AWS) are excited to announce the continuation of a partnership with SportDOG® Brand, an industry-leading manufacturer of electronic dog-training products and accessories, that dates back to 2007. With a renewed commitment to RGS | AWS, SportDOG Brand extends its contributions in support of uniting conservationists to improve wildlife habitat and forest health.
The unique relationship between upland hunters and their bird dogs is at the core of the SportDOG mission. In developing and manufacturing electronic dog-training products and accessories the company aims to improve the relationship between dog and handler. Furthermore, SportDOG Brand recognizes the importance of conservation and the natural resources required of hunters and bird dog owners.
“SportDOG Brand is committed to giving something back to the causes that we, and our customers care about,” said Darrell Douglas, Associate Director for SportDOG Brand. “We are a company made up of people just like RGS I AWS members – that is, passionate about sporting dogs and hunting with them. RGS I AWS has a long and respected history of making a difference, and we’re proud that through this long-term partnership we can help them achieve their worthwhile goals.”
In partnership since 2007, SportDOG contributions to RGS | AWS have come in various forms ranging from financial support to video collaborations to product demos at events and membership promotions. SportDOG staff have participated and contributed to RGS | AWS events and training days. RGS | AWS members will continue to see SportDOG gear associated with RGS | AWS events as well as upcoming appearances from SportDOG ProStaff at events such as Grouse Camp in 2020.
“We’re extremely excited to continue building our partnership with SportDOG. With a solid foundation established more than a decade ago, our teams continue to collaborate on a regular basis for new and creative ways to elevate each other,” said Sean Curran, Vice President of Mission Sustainability at RGS | AWS. “The tagline on their conservation landing page says it all, ‘For the birds 20 years out of range.’ That is a perfect vision statement aligning directly with the mission of RGS | AWS. We can’t thank the team at SportDOG enough for all they do to help grow and support our mission.”
SportDOG Brand is owned by Radio Systems Corporation®, a manufacturer of electronic dog-training gear and accessories, based in Knoxville, Tennessee. Their product lines include training e-collars, GPS tracking and training systems, bark-control collars, containment systems, launcher electronics and other training aids.
To find out more about the whole array of their dog training solutions, visit www.sportdog.com.
Established in 1961, the Ruffed Grouse Society is North America’s foremost conservation organization dedicated to preserving our sporting traditions by creating healthy forest habitat for ruffed grouse, American woodcock and other wildlife. RGS | AWS works with landowners and government agencies to develop critical habitat utilizing scientific management practices.
For more information visit the Ruffed Grouse Society and American Woodcock Society website at www.ruffedgrousesociety.org Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @RuffedGrouseSociety.
The Ruffed Grouse Society and American Woodcock Society (RGS | AWS) are proud to announce the hiring of Glen Blackwood as the newly appointed director of regional development in Michigan. In his role, Blackwood will direct business development and fundraising programs in Michigan, Illinois, and Indiana along with promoting recruitment events, educational activities, and habitat days.
[Read more…] about Ruffed Grouse Society and American Woodcock Society Hire Glen Blackwood as Director of Regional Development in Michigan, Illinois, and Indiana – RGS
451 McCormick Rd
Coraopolis PA 15108
412-262-4044
Coraopolis, PA – The Ruffed Grouse Society (RGS) was honored to maintain a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator, America’s largest independent charity evaluator. This is the 5th consecutive time that RGS has earned this top distinction. The 4-star rating is a result of RGS continuing to maintain sound fiscal management practices and a commitment to accountability and transparency in efforts to unite conservationists to improve wildlife habitat and forest health.
[Read more…] about Ruffed Grouse Society Receives 4-Star Charity Navigator Rating for the 5th Consecutive Year – RGS
The Ruffed Grouse Society and American Woodcock Society (RGS | AWS) will once again staff a booth at the annual National Pheasant Fest and Quail Classic. This year the event returns to Minneapolis, Minnesota on February 14th through the 16th.
[Read more…] about Join Us | At National Pheasant Fest & Quail Classic in Minnesota – RGS
CORAOPOLIS, Pa. — The Ruffed Grouse Society and American Woodcock Society are excited to announce a new corporate partnership with Remington Arms Company, an American manufacturer of firearms and ammunition. The storied brand will likely need no introduction to the grouse and woodcock hunting members of RGS/AWS; however, the significant contributions Remington has made to hunting culture and wildlife conservation throughout their history cannot be understated. In 2020, Remington Arms will directly contribute to the RGS/AWS mission in support of Healthy Forests, Abundant Wildlife and Conservation Ethic.
[Read more…] about Remington Arms Partners with Ruffed Grouse Society
The Ruffed Grouse Society and American Woodcock Society (RGS|AWS) have been engaged in discussions with United States Forest Service (USFS) staff regarding the need to address the decline in aspen harvest within the Huron-Manistee National Forests (HMNF) in Michigan. We are pleased that USFS is now accepting public comments on their Zone Aspen Project Scoping Document that outlines considerable improvements to HMNF aspen management. RGS|AWS supports the responsible management of our nation’s vast forest system and the HMNF Zone Aspen Project seeks to fulfill objectives that are true to the core principles at RGS|AWS.
[Read more…] about Ruffed Grouse Society | American Woodcock Society Working to Improve Aspen Management in the Huron-Manistee National ForestsFollowing the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Wildlife Council meeting on January 16, 2020 the Ohio Division of Wildlife has recommended the following regulation changes for ruffed grouse:
Ruffed Grouse Season Length:
Public Land Oct 10-Nov 29 (Currently to Jan 31)
Private Land Oct 10-Jan 1 (Currently to Jan 31)
One bird bag limit (Currently two bird bag limit)
Ohio has seen a dramatic reduction of young forest age class on the landscape, however even in large scale state forest land where forest management has stabilized, grouse populations have not recovered.
On a winter grouse hunt all is quiet, save for the creaking of my snowshoe bindings and the webbing crunching the snow underneath. Not wearing his usual Swiss bell, which would clog with snow, even the dog is quiet. He mostly walks behind me in the packed snow, occasionally stepping on my snowshoes. When Jenkins steps out of my tracks, he swims in snow as he breaks his own trail.
[Read more…] about A Winter Grouse Hunt in Wisconsin – RGS
January 15, 2020
For Immediate Release
Coraopolis, Pa. – The Ruffed Grouse Society and American Woodcock Society (RGS|AWS) today applauded introduction of the bipartisan Boundary Waters Protection and Pollution Prevention Act (H.R. 5598), legislation that would permanently protect fish, wildlife, and the recreation industry within the Boundary Waters Canoe Area from proposed upstream copper-nickel mining development in the Superior National Forest.
[Read more…] about Ruffed Grouse Society | American Woodcock Society and Partners Applaud Efforts to Protect Boundary Waters Habitat
