RGS creates American Woodcock Society

[mike rossi]

Ruffed Grouse Society

451 McCormick Rd

Coraopolis PA 15108

(412) 262-4044

www.ruffedgrousesociety.org

 

 

February 13, 2014

For Immediate Release

 

Ruffed Grouse Society Expands Forest Habitat Effort with Creation of the American Woodcock Society

 

              Coraopolis, PA - The Ruffed Grouse Society (RGS) is proud to announce the creation of the American Woodcock Society (AWS), a branch of RGS initiated to expand forest habitat efforts and upland hunting opportunities to new landscapes across the nation.

            “The formation of the American Woodcock Society is a landmark event for forest conservation in the United States. The Ruffed Grouse Society has been the leader in woodcock conservation for decades. The creation of AWS expands existing efforts while advancing habitat creation and membership reach to additional regions that may not have ruffed grouse populations,” said RGS/AWS President and CEO John Eichinger.

            While grouse and woodcock share similar habitats, they don’t coexist across all landscapes, and AWS advances forest management and mission outreach to states that may not have grouse populations, especially in the southern United States where the majority of woodcock spend the winter months. Enhancing habitat in these regions also benefits many songbirds and other wildlife that rely upon young forest habitats. In addition, these regions continue to have a strong bird-hunting culture, and the habitat created by RGS/AWS will strengthen and expand these sporting traditions.

            “The goal of our organization is, and always has been, to preserve our sporting traditions by creating healthy forests for grouse, woodcock and other forest wildlife. At this crucial time in forest management from Alaska to the Gulf of Mexico, the AWS allows us to positively affect our nation’s forests and to spread awareness of our mission to a significantly larger group of supporters. The bottom line is that RGS and AWS will be able to collectively benefit more members, officials, conservationists and hunters who are passionate about the birds we love,” Eichinger concluded.

            The AWS will begin operations immediately, and anyone interested in AWS habitat efforts, chapters or membership can contact RGS/AWS at (412) 262-4044 or [email protected].

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The Ruffed Grouse Society and American Woodcock Society are North America’s foremost conservation organizations dedicated to preserving our sporting traditions by creating healthy forest habitat for ruffed grouse, American woodcock and other wildlife. RGS and AWS work with landowners and government agencies to develop critical habitat utilizing scientific management practices.

Information on RGS/AWS, our mission, management projects and membership can be found on the web at: www.ruffedgrousesociety.org

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[mike rossi]

Maybe if Cuomo attends the inaugural banquet if/when a  NY chapter forms this thread will get 9,000 views and 500 replies....

[TreeGuy]

I'm loaded with those long beaked buggers.... seems every time I leave the stand for the evening I'm greeted by a hand full. Cool looking bird.