Ruffed Grouse Society Group Return

“Pdf copies are sent to each director for review.”

“Each director, principal officer and member of a committe with board delegated powers should annually sign a statement which affirms such person has received a copy of the conflict of interest policy, has read and understands the policy, has agreed to comply with the policy and understands rgs is charitable and in order to maintain its federal tax exemption it must engage primarily in activities which accomplish one or more of its tax-exempt purposes. Each voting member of the board shall annually sign a statement which declares whether such person is an independent director. If at any time during the year, the information in the annual statement changes materially, the director shall disclose such changes and revise the annual disclosure form. The executive committee shall regularly and consistently monitor and enforce compliance with this policy by reviewing annual statements and taking such other actions as necessary for effective oversight. Periodic reviews shall be conducted that at a minimum will include whether compensation arrangements and benefits are reasonable as well as whether any partnerships, joint ventures, and arrangements with managment organizations conform to rgs's written policies, are properly recorded, reflect reasonable investment or payments for goods and services, further charitable purposes and do not result in inurement or impermissible private benefit or in an excess benefit transaction. When conducting the periodic reviews rgs may, but need not, use outside advisors. If outside experts are used, their use shall not relieve the board of its responsibility for ensuring periodic reviews are conducted.”

“The board of directors reviews salaries annually, salary is compared to national salary survey for non- profit organizations.”

“Copies of bylaws, articles of incorporation and financial statements are maintained at offices for inspection and mailed to requesters.”

“American woodcock and related wildlife to sustain our sport hunting tradition and outdoor heritage. Established in 1961, the ruffed grouse society is north america's foremost conservation organization dedicated to preserving our sporting traditions by creating healthy forest habitat for ruffed grouse, american woodcock and other wildlife. Rgs works with landowners and government agencies to develop critical habitat utilizing scientific management practices. We will fulfill that mission by: helping assure that the traditions of hunting that were given to us are passed to those who succeed us. Promoting the unwritten "ethical code of behavior" that is characterized by respect for the resource, expectations with regard to the hunting experience, and an unwavering commitment informing sportsmen and women of the past, present and future of the sport so as to enable our members to fully appreciate its sense of value, personal satisfaction, and the need to perpetuate it for future generations. Enhancing, through ecologically sound wildlife management practices, the environment for ruffed grouse, american woodcock, and other forest wildlife that utilize or require thick, young forests. Conducting and/or sponsoring research that will lead to a better understanding of the biology and ecological requirements of these species. Sponsoring land management programs on private and public lands that will maintain or enhance the environment for these species. Educating the public and legislative bodies about: economic contribution associated with the recreational pursuit of these birds. Need to scientifically manage forest lands to ensure that they understand that nature is dynamic and that the plants that provide food, cover, shelter from predators, and a place to rear their young will, unless they are actively managed, be replaced by plants that do not meet these requirements. Ways to provide incentives for landowners to manage for these species. Ways to encourage and provide public access to the places where ruffed grouse, woodcock, and other related wildlife lives so that they can be enjoyed.”