Had the chance to hunt ruffed grouse over some incredible English setters last fall, and it was an unforgettable experience. We focused on transition edges where young successional growth meets older timber. The setters would weave through both, GPS collars beeping until that beautiful moment when they lock up on point. Our strategy: bracket the bird, send flankers to the sides, one person flushes. Gives you the best shot opportunity when these lightning-fast "King of the Woods" birds explode out of cover. For solo hunters without dogs, stick to logging roads and transition edges - that's where you'll get natural flushes. Stay 30-50 yards apart in groups. Fair warning: these birds are incredibly smart about when and how they flush! #hunting #GrouseHunting #HuntingDogs #Outdoors