Deer hunting opens Saturday, Nov. 7, for firearm season and the Morrison County Sheriff’s Office offered the following safety tips for hunters:
Always have a charged cellphone in case of an emergency,
Refrain from trespassing and be respectful towards other people’s property,
Be cognizant of a person’s target and what lies beyond it,
Identify the target before shooting,
Check all equipment prior to use,
Be sure to be as visible as possible and use extra caution when utilizing a tree/deer stand,
Make sure to tell people where you plan on hunting and when you plan on returning,
Refrain from consuming alcohol while you are hunting.
