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Never Hunt From a Dead Tree

Never Hunt From A Dead Tree


It is never safe to hunt from a tree that looks dead. Your weight, added to the already unstable tree, could cause horrible results. Make sure your tree is healthy and strong. Check for signs of decay before setting up your tree stand.
Question What are the signs of a dead tree?
(a) no leaves on the tree
(b) bark is "room temperature"
(c) hollow spots in tree
(d) all of the above
Never Hunt From a Dead Tree
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Personal Safety
144 Square Inches Always Have 144 Square Inches
on Your Hunting Blind!
Dress For the Weather Dress For
the Weather
Never Stand In A Boat Never Stand
in a Boat
Always Wear Hunter Orange Always Wear
Hunter Orange
Always Keep Your Eyes On the Trail Keep Your Eyes
on the Trail
Don't Climb A Ladder While Carrying A Weapon Never Climb a Ladder While
Carrying a Weapon
Always Be Aware Of Others Around You Be Aware of
Others Around You
Never Hunt From A Dead Tree Never Hunt From
a Dead Tree
Never Eat Unidentified Mushrooms Never Eat Unidentified
Mushrooms
Never Use A Call To Signal Other Hunters Never Use a Call to
Signal Other Hunters
Always Let Others Know Where You are Going Let Others Know
Where You Are Going
Always Carry A Radio Or Phone Always Carry a
Radio or Phone
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