Ruffed grouse drumming counts decline statewide, Minnesota D

While drumming counts offer an indication of ruffed grouse numbers going into breeding season, this year’s dry weather resulted in nesting conditions that were favorable for brood survival. That could have a positive impact on fall hunting success, despite the overall decline in drumming counts.

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