Mike Raykovicz: Tree stand safety reminders

Now that crossbows have become legal hunting tools in New York, it’s expected that record numbers of hunters will be in the woods hunting deer this fall and, most will likely hunt from a tree stand.
However, before climbing any tree, it’s essential to follow the necessary steps to stay safe while hunting from any elevated platform. Proper tree stand measures are crucial to reducing or, ideally, eliminating accidents from falls, whether while climbing or while in the stand.

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