PURPOSE: This proposed amendment clarifies the use of tree stands for black bear hunting on department areas.
Only portable tree stands are allowed and only from September 1 through January 31 on areas where black bears, deer, or elk hunting is allowed, by special use permit, or except as otherwise authorized in 3 CSR 10-11.181, 3 CSR 10-11.182, and 3 CSR 10-11.191 of this chapter. Unattended stands must be plainly labeled on a durable material with the full name and address, or Conservation Number, of the owner and be removed from the area before February 1. Use of nails, screw-in steps, and any material or method that would damage the tree is prohibited.
3 CSR 10-11.145