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The Scientific Impact of West Nile on Ruffed Grouse

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Ruffed Grouse

Written by: Lisa Williams, PA Game Commission

Photo Credit: Steve Oehlenschlager

Conclusive Evidence that West Nile and Habitat Loss can Spell Disaster for Ruffed Grouse

Republication with permission, the below article was originally written for the Pennsylvania Game Commission News publication. Written by Lisa Williams, PA Game Commission ruffed grouse biologist, Lisa Williams, and originally titled, “Ruffed Tumble – Changing Times for Grouse.” The article explores the most current research, understanding and impacts of West Nile Virus and Habitat on Ruffed Grouse in Pennsylvania.

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RGS | BHA Pint Night on the Hunting Dog Podcast

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Just in case you missed it, RGS/AWS president and CEO, Ben Jones was featured on the Hunting Dog Podcast, along with Heather Shaw, RGS/AWS regional biologist.

The two conversed with host, Ron Boehme, and BHA regional director, Jason Meekhof. Topics covered included the mission of both organizations, their unique differences as well as how they overlap and collaborate.

Don’t miss this episode of The Hunting Dog Podcast!

Enter To Win! RGS/AWS Featured on Land and Legacy Habitat Heroes Podcast

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In partnership with Land and Legacy, RGS/AWS is running a social media contest to promote the conservation missions of two like-minded organizations.

RGS/AWS President and CEO, Ben Jones, along with VP of Mission Sustainability, Sean Curran, joined Adam Keith of Land and Legacy for episode 118 of the Habitat Heroes podcast. Topics included the unique nature and history of RGS/AWS as well as the organization’s future and how people can join the movement and become conservation leaders.

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Ben Jones Featured on the Hunting Dog Podcast

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RGS President and CEO was featured on the Hunting Dog Podcast. A description and link to the episode are included below:

“Ben Jones is the president and CEO of the Ruffed Grouse Society. We talk about the decline of my favorite game bird. It’s not to late to get to save the resource that we all hold dear to our heart. Its really about all species. We need to devote our time and wallets to what is the most important to us.

Listen to the episode: The Hunting Dog Podcast with Ben Jones.

*this podcast was originally published on 10/26/2018

Flushing Grouse – A Grouse Hunting Film

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A film exploring hunting grouse with flushing dogs in Michigan alongside Ruffed Grouse Society members Fritz and Ric Heller.

Full Flushing Grouse Film released on 10/7/2019

Have you ever hunted grouse with a flushing dog? If not, this is your chance to get a feel for the action. If you have, you won’t need to watch this film to know how exciting it can be, but we think you’ll enjoy it anyways.

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Join Us | at Grouse Camp 2019

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Countdown to Grouse Camp 2019 [wpcdt-countdown id=”8335″] https://www.facebook.com/RuffedGrouseSociety/videos/736360416824614/ Grouse Camp 2019 Preview History Since 2015 RGS/AWS members have followed along with our annual Grouse Camp Tour. From the organization’s roots, in Monterey, Virginia, to the far northern covers of Maine, the Grouse Camp Tour has traveled the country celebrating our beloved hunted traditions alongside our devoted membership. The Grouse Camp Tour hasn’t seen the covers in Wisconsin since the inaugural tour in 2015. This fall Grouse Camp returns to Wisconsin as we invite you to join us during the first ever Grouse Camp Meet-up in Eagle River, Wisconsin, September 27th -29th. [Read more…] about Join...

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