Ep. 22 - Bill Winke Shares the Crossover Between Deer and Ruffed Grouse Management

In this week's episode, we chat with whitetail legend Bill Winke about our passion: the Ruffed Grouse. In our conversation, we learned that Bill is just as passionate about Ruffed Grouse as we are, as he grew up hunting more grouse than whitetails in Iowa, and now manages his farm for a healthy ecosystem for all wildlife, ruffed grouse and whitetail deer included, on his new farm in Northeast Iowa. Bill brings a great perspective on land management and stewardship backed by years of experience, and shares his insights on   The impacts predators like raccoons, opossums, hawks, and owls have on Ruffed Grouse populations. Why grouse don't respond immediately to habitat management work.  The crossover between managing for whitetail deer and managing habitat for Ruffed Grouse. The impact high deer densities have on native vegetation and Ruffed Grouse habitat. Is habitat the ultimate solution to bring back Ruffed Grouse populations? Why grouse management and forest management are the essence of stewardship. Why it's important to adopt a stewardship mindset rather than just being a consumer. The missing link between managing for deer and managing for a healthy ecosystem.   Follow Bill on Instagram   Bill's YouTube   Follow Us On Instagram   Like Us on Facebook   Subscribe to our YouTube   Ruffed Grouse Billboard