ORIGINAL: uncle matt
ORIGINAL: uncle matt
ORIGINAL: uncle matt
We are all concerned with staying safe and not geting hurt while hunting. Many use tree stands of various types to stand for deer. We've all heard it before - "There's 2 kinda stand hunters - those who have fallen and those who will." I hate that saying because if it bares true - I have a fall in my future.
So what can we do to eliminate or narrow the chances of a fall or injury occuring? (please use the quote feature button & number your tip)
1. Check the physical and mechanical condition of all parts of your stand before taking it afield. Make any repairs necessary.
2. Always use an approved, properly fitting and weight rated safety harness. While climbing up, standing and climbing down.
3. NEVER climb up or down from a stand with your gun or bow. Use a pull up cord and never pull up or lower a loaded firearm. Cover the muzzle of your barrel and pull up firearms with the muzzle DOWN!
4. Never use a pull up cord that is rated more than 25% of your weight. Should you fall you would not want a chance of being hung up in your cord.