North Woods Chapter - Ruffed Grouse Society

09/15/2026

We couldn't have said it better.

Grouse hunting season is upon us here in Michigan.

I sincerely hope each one of you has a wonderful hunting experience this year!

Be safe, don't measure your success or your dog's against that of others, take someone new hunting, take a kid hunting, make sure and take a break alongside a stream, and have fun because you never know what tomorrow brings.

And....always take the picture.

01/01/2026

Wishing everyone a healthy and happy 2026 from the Northwoods RGS crew.

Reflecting on 2025 we held our annual clay shoot, banquet, and spent a lot of time in the covers. Both annual events brought great people togethor with a love for grouse, good dogs, and great covers.

Special thanks to Dennis with Aspen Thicket Gun Dogs who spoke at our annual banquet about DNA testing and breeding for healthy dogs. Also to our banquet sponsors Stag Farms, Gundlach Champion, First National Bank, David Campsey, Michael Evans, and Kingsview Partners.

We look forward to seeing everyone in 2026 and everyone's shooting improves...ok that last one was for me!

Please like and follow our page to be kept up on future events.

Happy New Year!!

Matt, Mike, and Tyler

09/05/2025

Our 20th Annual Conservation Banquet will be held on October 2nd, 2025. See you there!

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 2, 20255:00 PM SOCIAL HOURS/RAFFLES | 7:00 PM DINNER RECREATION LANES1555 North Stephenson Avenue | Iron Mountain, MI 49801 DOWNLOAD THE EVENT FYLER RAFFLE TICKET PACKAGE DEAL SEPTEMBER 30:$200 Raffle Package: buy early for $125! BECOME AN RGS SPONSOR!Contribute by September 25 and...

04/19/2025

We’re excited to welcome Zach Evans as the new Forest Conservation Director for Michigan, Indiana and Ohio! 🌲

With deep roots in wildlife ecology and forestry, Zach will help lead habitat restoration efforts across key upland bird regions in the Great Lakes.

His addition reflects the growing impact of RGS & AWS conservation work and our continued commitment to healthy forests, thriving wildlife and sustainable partnerships.

🔗 Read more about Zach’s background and role: https://ruffedgrousesociety.org/rgs-aws-welcomes-new-forest-conservation-director-for-michigan-indiana-and-ohio/

10/05/2024

Big thanks to everyone who came out to the 19th Annual RGS Banquet last night. It was a great night of comroderie, new friends, and passion for North Woods conservation. May these good vibes continue on in your bird camps this fall, and journeys into the covers. Please follow our new page for future events and feel free to share your photos and stories with us to share.

Special thanks to the many businesses who helped make the raffles possible. Please support these folks and give them a follow.

Journey's End Studio of Taxidermy, LLC
Caddis Shack Guide Service
Hardcore Outfitters
Rapid River Knifeworks
Kingsford ACE Hardware
L&M Fleet Supply - Escanaba, MI
onX Hunt
Dunhams Sports- Iron Mountain.
Final Rise
Field Armor

We look forward to seeing everyone next year or sooner!

Sincerely,
The North Woods Committee.
Ruffed Grouse Society & American Woodcock Society

10/02/2024

Welcome everyone, getting a page going so we can share events and updates on social media.