Reminder For Hunters This Season: Be a Good Steward of the Land

By Ammoland Editor Joe Evans

USA -(Ammoland.com)- Although most hunters respect the land, property, and wildlife they are hunting, many others do not. Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks would like to remind hunters and all outdoor enthusiasts to be good stewards of the land, and respect both private and public property.

The FWP Region 6 Citizens Advisory Committee, recognizing that this is an ongoing issue, raised the need for more public outreach.

Since the start of hunting season, there have been reports of vandalizing of Block Management Area (BMA) boxes, hunters driving off road, illegal trespassing, hunters being shot over, littering, and livestock being shot.

Below are just a few of the things that hunters and all outdoor enthusiasts should be aware of when enjoying our resources:

• Littering- not only is littering careless and unsightly, it is against the law. This includes toilet paper, and the proper management of human waste.
• Leave gates as you find them- If a gate is closed, close it behind you. If it is obviously open (pulled all the way back to the fence), leave it open. If you are unsure, contact the landowner …Read the Rest

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