Posted October 3, 2016 10:15 am by Comments

By Duncan Johnson

Conservation officers are sharing tips for a safe hunting experience.
Conservation officers are sharing tips for a safe hunting experience.
Michigan DNR
Michigan Department of Natural Resources

Michigan-(Ammoland.com)- Michigan’s bow hunting season opens Oct. 1, and Department of Natural Resources conservation officers are sharing tips for a safe hunting experience.

“Bow hunting is enjoyed by thousands of hunters every year in Michigan, and we want to ensure everyone has a safe and enjoyable hunting season,” said Sgt. Steve Orange, supervisor of the DNR’s hunter education program. “With the season upon us, every hunter should follow some common sense safety tips before heading to or being in the woods.”

Top safety tips for bow hunting include:

  • Before going out, inspect equipment, including tree stand or other raised platform. If anything is worn, frayed, cracked or peeling, replace it or get it fixed. If using a compound bow or crossbow, make sure the cables and pulleys are in good working order.
  • When sharpening broadheads, be careful and take your time.
  • Practice tree-stand safety. The DNR recommends using a full-body safety harness to get into and out of a tree stand.
  • If using a raised platform, always use a haul-line to raise and lower gear.
  • Keep arrows in the quiver until ready to use. A common …Read the Rest

    Source:: AmmoLand

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