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Tree stand safety

Tree stands get hunters out of sight and smell of wary deer and bear, but they can also get hunters into trouble.

Here are some tips from Vermont Fish and Wildlife to help stay safe and get the most out of your tree stand hunting experience:

— Choose a live, straight tree, and avoid ash that may be in decline due to emerald ash borers.

— Buy smart. Only use stands certified by the Treestand Manufacturers Association.

— Inspect them each time you use them. Check your treestand for wear and tear each time you go out into the woods.

— Know the rules. On state lands, it is illegal to place nails or other hardware into trees or to build permanent structures. On private lands, you must have landowner permission to erect a tree stand, cut or remove trees or ot

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