Mid-Atlantic:
RGS & AWS Highlights
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.
Regional Impact:
Regional Summaries

Southern Appalachian Conservation Business Plan Executive Summary

Southern Appalachian Conservation Business Plan Executive Summary
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
Forest Conservation Director
trippw@ruffedgrousesociety.org
C: (412) 297-6231

Lisa Rossi
Engagement Coordinator
OH, WV, IN, Western PA & GA
lisar@ruffedgrousesociety.org
C: (412) 303-7839

Lisa Rossi
Engagement Coordinator
lisar@ruffedgrousesociety.org
C: (412) 303-7839
Regional Summaries
Coming soon!
Regional News
Conservation organizations partner with Domtar to improve forest wildlife habitat
Ben Larson hired as Forest Conservation Director for RGS & AWS Mid-Atlantic Region
Pennsylvania Wilds Upland Bird Hunt: The Ruffed Grouse and American Woodcock Society Celebrate the Upland Lifestyle
This Region in the Media
Ohio DNR highlights support from local RGS & AWS chapter to expand Shawnee State Forest
The Future of Conservation: Interagency Partners Work in Tandem to Protect Multiple Species
Conservation organizations partner with Domtar to improve forest wildlife habitat
The Importance of Young Forests: Creating Habitat in Indiana’s Forests
#84 | Converting Hunters to Conservationist with the Ruffed Grouse Society – Project Upland Podcast
#114 | Tailgate Podcast with the Ruffed Grouse Society and American Woodcock Society – Project Upland Podcast
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More chapter listings coming soon!
District of Columbia (Washington, D.C.)
POTOMAC
David C.
Keedysville, MD
(301) 788-7327
davidreichenbaugh@yahoo.com
Maryland
BACKBONE MOUNTAIN
Rich Skeweris
Oakland, MD
(301) 334-5814
rskeweris@gmail.com
POTOMAC VALLEY
James Harris
Hagerstown, MD
(301) 524-9201
jimmyjames387@gmail.com
New Jersey
JERSEY SHORE
American Woodcock Society
Mark Dreyfus – Chairman
Jackson, NJ
732-580-7196
jerseyshoreaws@gmail.com
Pennsylvania
ALLEGHENY
Mary Hosmer
Kane, PA
wlhab@windstream.net
ALLEGHENY NORTHWOODS
Dave Galbreath
Franklin, PA
(814) 226-5574
dgalbreath@zoominternet.com
BONASA
Thomas E. Noble
DuBois, PA
(814) 590-9431
bonasa13@yahoo.com
CENTRAL PENN
Herbert E. Deuchar
Halifax, PA
(717) 362-2333
CHARLES E. BECHTEL
John C. Cave
Robesonia, PA
(610) 693-5970
cavescorner@comcast.net
COVERED BRIDGE
Kenneth H. Popko
Washington, PA
(724) 747-5357
popkokh@comcast.net
DELAWARE VALLEY
James D`Antonio
West Chester, PA
(610) 722-9573
jda2151@verizon.net
FRENCH CREEK VALLEY
Scott Ladner
Erie/Meadville, PA
(814) 382-1905
grousedog@windstream.net
GREATER PITTSBURGH AREA
Lisa Rossi – RGS/AWS Regional Director
Pittsburgh, PA
(724) 693-9032
LisaR@ruffedgrousesociety.org
LEHIGH VALLEY
Walter J. Scanlon
Kempton, PA
(610) 285-4249
wgator675@aol.com
NESHANNOCK CREEK
Lisa Rossi – RGS/AWS Regional Director
New Wilmington, PA
(724) 693-9032
LisaR@ruffedgrousesociety.org
NORTHEASTERN PENNSYLVANIA
George W. Nichols
St. Dallas, PA
(570) 675-1667
Georgenichols3@gmail.com
SOUTH MOUNTAIN
Jan H. Christen
Lititz, PA
(717) 940-1483
janchristen@utilitykeystone.com
SUSQUEHANNA RIVER VALLEY
Seth Heasley
Williamsport, PA
(412) 713-4591
sethh@ruffedgrousesociety.org
THUNDERBIRD
Roy D. Leister, Jr.
Altoona, PA
(814) 696-0890
helselhdwe@atlanticbbn.net
UPLAND BIRD HUNT
Mary Hosmer
Ridgeway, PA
wlhab9@gmail.com
Lisa Rossi
(412) 303-7839
LisaR@ruffedgrousesociety.org
WESTERN ALLEGHENY
Roy McMahan
Greensburg, PA
(724) 837-9611
shotguns@higradeshooters.com