Television, print, social media and digital online media outlets have been around for decades, and in the hunting community they are more popular than ever. However, a common complaint among everyday hunters is that “media has ruined hunting for the average guy.” True or false? I may be too close to the situation, having worked […]
Tag: tree stand safety
I Love You
The silly tradition of my father’s generation to not utter the words I love you should be a thing of the past, for if we truly wish to make the world go round and bring happiness into those lives we care about, we should never hesitate to express such powerful, supportive, strengthening, sincere human emotion to everyone in our lives.
Treestand Maintenance Tips That Could Save Your Life
These treestand maintenance tips will save your stand and possibly even your life.
Step-by-Step Guide to Tree Stand Safety
Steve Bartylla goes through each step to safety when it comes to tree stands.
September is Tree Stand Safety Awareness Month
Tree Stand Safety Awareness Foundation’s mission is to significantly reduce tree stand accidents through promotion, education and best practices, and the goal is to reduce the estimated number of incidents 50% by 2023.
Tree Stand Safety Awareness Foundation Adds Partners for 2019
The Tree Stand Safety Awareness Foundation (TSSA) is pleased to announce that multiple additional partners will be joining the group this year in their efforts to elevate tree stand safety awareness.
Every Tree Stand Deer Hunter Needs to Watch This Video
With deer season fast approaching (and in some cases already underway), we here at Deer & Deer Hunting urge everyone to heed this message from DDH and the Tree Stand Safety Awareness Foundation.
Safe, Stable Tree Stand Setup From Rivers Edge
Safety is the top priority when installing a tree stand, and the new Lockdown series from Rivers Edge Treestands has a game-changing feature. Dual criss-crossing, heavy-duty ratchet straps lock the stand securely to the tree before you ever begin to climb the ladder, ensuring safe installation.
Hunter Dies from Tree Stand Fall
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family of the Pennsylvania man who died this week after falling from his tree stand. This tragedy should reinforce the following steps every deer hunter should make before hunting and while hunting: 1. Always leave a map of where you will be hunting, including the precise location […]
Locavore Blog: Mentally and Physically Preparing for Bow Season
A few weeks ago, I wrote a post asking how do you prepare for deer hunting? As the days speed by and my first season swiftly approaches, mentally preparing myself for bowhunting is incredibly important. I’ve been reading a lot, not necessarily books centered just on deer hunting, but on hunting in general, and am […]