Ruffed Grouse Society to hold Fundraiser Dinner in New York City
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To Support Society’s Work on Helping Wildlife that Rely on Young Forests
PRESS RELEASE
451 McCormick Road
Coraopolis, PA 15108
(412) 262-4044
www.ruffedgrousesociety.org
December 17, 2009
For Immediate Release
Coraopolis, PA - In what may very well be the most significant event of the year, the Ruffed Grouse Society (RGS) will hold its Fourth Annual New York City Fundraiser Dinner at Aretsky’s Patroon, 160 East 46 Street, Manhattan, on Wednesday, January 13, 2010.
The guest list includes people interested in managing our forests for both hunted and non-hunted wildlife -- people who obviously understand that unlike the government bailout that has poured billions of dollars into the automotive and banking industries, the only funding wildlife will receive in 2010 will come from concerned conservation organizations, businesses and private individuals. And, when it comes to ruffed grouse, American woodcock and numerous species of songbirds and the young forest habitat needed for their survival, no one has a track record of success like the Ruffed Grouse Society.
According to RGS president and CEO Mike Zagata, despite what many feel is a difficult economy, sportsmen and women continue to support wildlife and its habitat. Then, citing the significance of habitat restoration, and the importance of hunters and other conservationists to remain involved, the former New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner went on to say, “The sportsmen and women of New York and adjacent states see the necessity of giving something back if we and future generations want to continue to enjoy the wonderful outdoors traditions we inherited.”
The gala begins with an open bar reception party at 6 p.m., immediately followed by a gourmet dinner at 7 p.m. (Parking is conveniently located directly across the street).
As is the custom at this affair, the event will feature live and silent auctions, highlighted with the finest selection of quality firearms and fly-fishing equipment by renowned manufacturers. Other items include outstanding hunting and fishing equipment and trips, original wildlife art, and an assortment of one of a kind collectables.
Attendance is $750 per plate with all proceeds used to further the protection and management of the state’s young forest habitats for ruffed grouse, woodcock and other young-forest wildlife. In addition, each reservation received by December 24, 2009 will receive a complimentary $100 National Raffle Ticket on a Model 21 Baby Frame 28 gauge shotgun. The gun has a retail value of $32,000.
(Several tables of ten are still available, and a receipt for all donations and the charitable portion of each ticket will be issued).
For more information and/or reservations contact Julie Caugherty-Krieger at 412-203-4120, or by e-mail at: juliec@ruffedgrousesociety.org.
Established in 1961, the Ruffed Grouse Society is the one international wildlife conservation organization dedicated to promoting conditions suitable for ruffed grouse, American woodcock and related wildlife to sustain our sport hunting tradition and outdoor heritage.
Information on the RGS, its mission, management projects and membership can be found on the web at: www.ruffedgrousesociety.org.
Media Contact:
Julie Caugherty-Krieger, 412-203-4120 or 888-564-6747, ext 4120
E-mail: juliec@ruffedgrousesociety.org
