Mid-Atlantic:
RGS & AWS Highlights
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Steeped in history and rich with grouse hunting culture, the Mid-Atlantic has long been associated with ruffed grouse habitat.
Landowners and hunters in this area may fondly recall hunting ruffed grouse in the area many years ago, but have noticed their growing absence and watched prime grouse habitat disappear. This has spurred a real sense of urgency for Ruffed Grouse Society and American Woodcock Society (RGS & AWS) and its members in this region.
Mid-Atlantic Research Presentation. October 2, 2024
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Regional Summaries
Southern Appalachian Conservation Business Plan Executive Summary
Southern Appalachian Conservation Business Plan Executive Summary
Project Profiles:
Regional Staff:
Ben Larson
Forest Conservation Director
benl@ruffedgrousesociety.org
C: (412) 445-0302
Ben Larson
Forest Conservation Director
benl@ruffedgrousesociety.org
C: (412) 445-0302
Tripp Way
Director of Regional Development
trippw@ruffedgrousesociety.org
C: (412) 297-6231
Tripp Way
Director of Regional Development
trippw@ruffedgrousesociety.org
C: (412) 297-6231
Gabe Luvara
Regional Engagement Coordinator
gabel@ruffedgrousesociety.org
Aaron Lewis
PA Conservation Coordinator
aaronl@ruffedgrousesociety.org
Crystal Johnston
WV & Central VA Conservation Coordinator
crystalj@ruffedgrousesociety.org
Gabe Luvara
Regional Engagement Coordinator
gabel@ruffedgrousesociety.org
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Upcoming Events:
Susquehanna River Valley Chapter and PGC Habitat Day at SGL 134
Williamsport,PennsylvaniaApril 11, 2026 08:00am
Allegheny Northwoods Chapter 2026 Spring Fundraising Shoot
Franklin,PennsylvaniaApril 11, 2026 09:00amUpland Bird Hunt Chapter Habitat Day at SGL 62 – 2026
April 11, 2026 09:00am
Get Involved!
Below is a list of active chapters in the Mid Atlantic Region. If you don’t see an active chapter in your area and want to learn more about starting one please contact Emily at EmilyS@ruffedgrousesociety.org.Â
MD
CENTRAL MARYLAND CHAPTER
Charles Roberts, President
Parkton, MD
majesticpigeon@gmail.com
NJ
JERSEY SHORE – American Woodcock Society
Mark Dreyfus
Lakehurst, NJ
jerseyshoreaws@gmail.com
PA
ALLEGHENY
Mary Hosmer
Kane, PA
wlhab9@gmail.com
PA
ALLEGHENY NORTHWOODS
Dave Galbreath
Franklin, PA
dgalbreath@zoominternet.com
PA
CENTRAL PENN
Thomas Sniscak
Camp Hill, PA
TJSniscak@hmslegal.com
PA
GREATER PITTSBURGH AREA
Luke Onorato
Pittsburgh, PA
LukeOnorato@gmail.com
PA
LEHIGH VALLEY
Jim Boburka
Allentown, PA
boburkaj@ptd.net
PA
NORTHEASTERN PENNSYLVANIA
George W. Nichols
Wilkes-Barre, PA
Georgenichols3@gmail.com
PA
SOUTH MOUNTAIN
Jan H. Christen
Lancaster, PA
janchristen@utilitykeystone.com
PA
SUSQUEHANNA RIVER VALLEY
Seth Heasley
Williamsport, PA
sethh@ruffedgrousesociety.org
PA
CHARLES E. BECHTEL
John C. Cave
Reading, PA
cavescorner@comcast.net
PA
THUNDERBIRD
Emily Sliski
Altoona, PA
emilys@ruffedgrousesociety.org
PA
WESTERN ALLEGHENY
Rich Herd
Greensburg, PA
rherd508@comcast.net
PA
RIDGE COUNTY
Johnathan Sliski
Mifflinburg, PA
j.sliski@gmail.com
PA
THE UPLAND BIRD HUNT (UBH)
Jed Hamberger
St. Marys, PA
jedhamberger@gmail.com
WV
EASTERN WEST VIRGINIA
James Lemons
Elkins, WV
jlemons@frontiernet.net
WV
NORTHCENTRAL WEST VIRGINIA
Dave Truban
Clarksburg, WV
dtruban@comcast.net
WV
TRISTATE DRUMMING FEATHER
Russell Dale Perry
Huntington, WV
tristatergs@gmail.com
