Tim Wolf,
12 Grouse being found dead from the effects of WNV, is a very small number when talking about all the Grouse in Michigan. However it is definitely something for both the RGS & Michigan Upland Bird Specialist to test and analyze in a scientific manner.
Michigan and WI are doing the right testing and not jumping the gun, however Pa due to their politics, has shortened their Grouse season, on the unproven theory that WNV is a causing a major problem. If it turns out to really be the case they made a good move, however if its no the case, they just detrimentally effected the income of thousands of Pa small businesses who depend on the hunters each season to keep their family businesses solvent. Very glad WI and Michigan are handling the situation in the correct scientific manner.
Ryman Gun Dog/Dave
L.C. Smith Man
