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Illinois deer hunting accidents: Tree stands pose major risks

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WMBD) — Firearm deer season starts next week in Illinois and hunters are reminded to keep safety in mind when using tree stands. The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is ...
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Helicopter Rescue Saves Hunter After Tree Stand Fall In Western Maryland Forest (WATCH)

A hunting trip turned into a dramatic rescue after a man fell about 15 feet from a tree stand deep inside Greenridge State Forest in Allegany County, officials said. The incident was reported around ...

Minnesota Wildlife Officer Airlifted After Falling 20 Feet While Removing an Illegal Tree Stand

A Minnesota wildlife officer took a major fall while removing an illegal tree stand and had to be rescued from the woods by ...
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IDNR reminds deer hunters to keep safety in mind when using tree stands

SPRINGFIELD — As hunters across Illinois prepare for the upcoming firearm deer season, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) urges them to use safety harnesses when hunting from tree ...