Treestand Falls: Do They Require Formal Investigations?
Most state departments of natural resources investigate hunting-related shootings, and boating and OHV deaths, but they do not investigate treestand deaths; local police personnel do. Consequently, up to 73 percent of all reports of treestand falls do not list whether the victim was wearing a fall-restraint device.
How to Hang a Treestand
Follow these five steps to safely hang a treestand by yourself.
10 Treestand Safety Tips
Here are 10 simple safety tips that every hunter should keep in mind when utilizing a treestand.
Treestand Falls: Deer Hunting’s Most Common Accident
Despite the widespread availability of safety equipment, it happens every year: Hunters are severely injured—or worse—falling from treestands. Don’t become another statistic.
Know-How: Treestand Maintenance
Treestands, like other pieces of equipment, need some “winterizing” treatment. Before storing your stands, inspect them for these signs of wear and tear.
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