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Take the dog! Look for roads with mixed trees, water and food. I think if you hike almost any logging road long enough you will find some. If you do flush mark the spot. Chances are they will be there again next time.
@Dave Workman
Your dog will always be a bonus. Be aware that the woods are loaded with porcupine. Very likely your dog wil find one.
Love the suggestions thank you! Do I just walk fireroads? I know there've been some heated discussions on these forums about shooting birds on/near the fire roads proper; aside from foot traffic/vehicle traffic what sort of considerations should I be making there? Most of the grouse hunting I've heard of is right off the sides of these roads.