Ruffed grouse hunting grew up in 19th century New England, so naturally it can be a bit of a prude. So genteel in certain circles, so neatly wrapped in tradition and style, it must seem to some ...

Upland bird hunters are a unique group of individuals. They’re well known for being very picky about which gauge to use, or which shot size is best for certain hunts, and they can be especially ...

I’ve come to appreciate ruffed grouse more than any other bird, and its “shapeshifter” ability is a prime reason why. A male ruffed grouse is strutting in a declaration of self-importance. With tail ...

That for some people a ruffed grouse is just another bird of the forest, or perhaps dinner on a plate, while for others it is an object of mystery and adoration, is never more evident than during the ...

CHARLESTON, WV (WVNS) — The launch of the West Virginia Ruffed Grouse and Wildlife Restoration Program to help wildlife habitats was announced by Governor Jim Justice. According to a press release, ...

Hunters took fewer ruffed grouse and woodcock than they did last year at the 36th annual National Grouse and Woodcock Hunt, held Oct. 12-13 in and near Grand Rapids. The hunt is sponsored by the ...

This story, “Best Grouse Hunting in America,” appeared in the Sept. 1985 issue of Outdoor Life. Bob Barbo is known as a duck hunter. His family cars have never seen the inside of the ga­rage. It is ...

Minnesota’s ruffed grouse hunting — widely considered the best in the nation — appears to be holding up this fall despite signs of natural population decline for the state’s most popular game bird.

If you live in Minnesota and want to hunt upland birds, count your blessings. Minnesota's grouse hunting opportunities are among the best in the nation. It's often said that Minnesota is to grouse ...

Gov. Jim Justice announced the launch of the West Virginia Ruffed Grouse and Wildlife Restoration Program, a groundbreaking initiative to enhance wildlife habitats through the strategic planting of ...