From the Ruffed Grouse Society:“With heavy hearts, we share the news that Glen Robert Blackwood, a beloved friend, colleague and devoted conservationist, passed away on Dec. 29, 2025, at age 62. Glen’s passing leaves a profound void in the hearts of all who knew him and in the broader conservation community he served so passionately.” (continue reading at ruffedgrousesociety.org)

Obituary: https://www.grcremation.com/obituaries/glen-blackwood

Episode Highlights (from the original recording):

• Barn parties and popping for bass

• Ruffed Grouse and American Woodcock Society update

• Upland anthologies

• Books for various upland species

• Glen’s recommendations for some good reads

Listen back to this conversation with Glen Blackwood of the Ruffed Grouse Society and American Woodcock Society.

Timestamps:

[00:00] – Introduction to the episode.

[01:27] – Tribute to Glenn Blackwood.

[06:26] – Glen’s conservation work with RGS and AWS.

[07:24] – Glen’s background and journey into upland hunting.

[11:35] – Early bird hunting memories with family.

[17:06] – A teenage fishing story with a lesson from his father.

[25:08] – Conservation projects and habitat work in Michigan.

[28:15] – Favorite books and key sporting literature titles.

[41:20] – Reflections on rereading and gaining perspective.

[49:49] – Dogless grouse hunting and lesser-known authors.

[56:09] – Glen’s top bird hunting book picks by species.

[59:02] – Signs of a strong bird season and closing thoughts.

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