I live in Missouri so actual baiting is out of the question. I do not want to hunt over bait, so I don't want to get into that discussion either. My question is, What is considered a baited area? As far as I can find in the regulations, it states you cannot hunt a baited area. It does not give any indication of distance or acreage. I know my neighbors will start putting out corn very soon since rifle season is over. I usually put corn out as well, but since I am still bow hunting, I cannot.

I have heard different opinions which range from 100 yards to 1/2 square mile. The property I hunt is over 560 acres so I have options as where to set up. I just don't want to be too close to their setup and get in trouble. Hopefully there is a conservation agent reading the forum to enlighten me hunting party.