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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.

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Regional Summaries

Southern Appalachian Conservation Business Plan Executive Summary

Southern Appalachian Conservation Business Plan Executive Summary

Regional Staff:

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Ben Larson

Forest Conservation Director
benl@ruffedgrousesociety.org
C: (412) 445-0302

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Ben Larson

Forest Conservation Director
benl@ruffedgrousesociety.org
C: (412) 445-0302

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Tripp Way

Director of Regional Development
trippw@ruffedgrousesociety.org
C: (412) 297-6231

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Tripp Way

Forest Conservation Director
trippw@ruffedgrousesociety.org
C: (412) 297-6231

Lisa Rossi

Lisa Rossi

Engagement Coordinator 
OH, WV, IN, Western PA & GA

lisar@ruffedgrousesociety.org
C: (412) 303-7839

Lisa Rossi

Lisa Rossi

Engagement Coordinator
lisar@ruffedgrousesociety.org
C: (412) 303-7839

Regional Summaries

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Mid-Atlantic Business Plan: Executive Summary

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Regional News

Ruffed grouse by Timothy Flanigan

Conservation organizations partner with Domtar to improve forest wildlife habitat

admin December 14, 2021

Ben Larson hired as Forest Conservation Director for RGS & AWS Mid-Atlantic Region

admin March 30, 2021

Pennsylvania Wilds Upland Bird Hunt: The Ruffed Grouse and American Woodcock Society Celebrate the Upland Lifestyle

Anthony Giattino December 17, 2020
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Announcements

Ohio DNR highlights support from local RGS & AWS chapter to expand Shawnee State Forest

January 10, 2022 No Comments
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The Future of Conservation: Interagency Partners Work in Tandem to Protect Multiple Species

November 10, 2021 No Comments
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Conservation organizations partner with Domtar to improve forest wildlife habitat

January 10, 2022 No Comments
Announcements

The Importance of Young Forests: Creating Habitat in Indiana’s Forests

November 19, 2021 No Comments
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#84 | Converting Hunters to Conservationist with the Ruffed Grouse Society – Project Upland Podcast

November 30, 2019 No Comments
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#114 | Tailgate Podcast with the Ruffed Grouse Society and American Woodcock Society – Project Upland Podcast

September 9, 2020 No Comments

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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

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