I have hunted deer since 1999. I have spent a good deal of that time hunting from a tree stand while wearing various forms of safety gear. ... Can I use a climbing harness for hunting?

With fall approaching, deer season is just around the corner as well. Some of those that enjoy the outdoors also climb ladder stands, lock on stands, and/or use climbing stands.

With the ease of use afforded by today's vest-type safety harnesses, putting one on is now second nature. I clip it to the tree before taking the first bite of my climb and it doesn't come off ...

Deer season open in NY: What hunters are seeing, what DEC is planning to ensure safety Outdoors: Big game hunting season to open: What to know, how to stay safe Laws regarding the use of PFDs vary ...

The biggest danger to deer hunters isn't guns. It's oak, maple and pine trees. Michigan's archery deer season is only a few days old, and already one hunter has been killed in a fall from a tree ...

STATE WIDE–For opening firearm season for deer in Indiana, nearly 300,000 peoplehave licenses and may be out hunting. One of the best investments you can make for yourself is a safety harness, if you ...

Hiking into a hunting area with a tree stand strapped to my back is a labor of love that I’ve endured many, many times. It’s also one that I don’t need to endure again, thanks to saddle hunting.

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources reminds those participating in the upcoming deer hunting season to use treestands safely.

Most hunting accidents happen each season from people not wearing harnesses and falling out of tree stands. According to the agency, all residents and nonresidents born after June 30, 1979, must ...