So you’re saying federal land it’s fair game? Where are those regulations? I just assumed the DNR regulations went for all public land in the state.
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Which states dont allow screw in steps?
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It's always good to confirm. I sent an email the other day also but, haven't gotten a response. After mentioning it earlier I realized it would be good to have it in writing. My father is planning on using cranford screw ins this year.
I didn't say its fair game. Just different regulations. Federal land would be under a federal website. So if its the nicolet national forest, it would be here https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd479752.pdf
I hunt public in wisconsin where its legal to use screw in steps. Specifically says "...except that one-piece, heat-treated, tapered, commercially manufactured tree steps are permitted".
Very interesting. Thanks for the info! Although my wife doesn’t thank you because now I’m possibly in the market for bolts.
There are no general regulations that prohibit "puncturing" or "damaging" the tree that I have found. I assume that in the areas tree steps are allowed, spurs would be also. I plan on using spurs this coming year. But, with that said, quoting this post won't hold up in a court of law.
also Md. for you Sika seekers... https://www.fws.gov/uploadedFiles/R...Complex/Blackwater/Deer_Hunt_Regs_2018-19.pdf
WV does not specifically prohibit them or gaffs. I have spoken directly to my land manager and as far as damages to trees which is prohibited it is at the land managers discretion for each different unit/region. Regulations allow for portable stands and personal property that can be left UP TO but not exceeding 48hrs on WMA and 24hrs on national forest unattended. Essentially if you desire to leave it up all season you just have to hunt there every other day however if you show up and someone is hunting in the location you cannot claim it as your hunting area and you can choose to hunt with them or find a new spot.
Bumping an old thread but I just moved here and can’t find anything saying they aren’t allowed.
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I searched the Georgia regs and can’t find anything saying they are illegal
I wonder what the fine or loss of privileges is for using stuff that screws into the tree or trimming limbs where prohibited? It was very difficult to find what punishment was applicable last time I searched it. Has anyone hear been fined for one or both of these things?
Just do it. Steps don't hurt the tree, and the odds of you getting caught are extremely low
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Georgia is legal, only can not be left in tree over night per DNR - Wildlife division.