Hunting season is here in Mass. Be careful if you walk or bike in these areas.
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Hunting season is here in Mass. Be careful if you walk or bike in these areas.
"The state recommends non-hunters wear a blaze orange hat or vest and know when and where hunting is permitted. Shotgun deer hunting season season has begun in Massachusetts. Hunting is allowed on MassWildlife lands and some federal, state, municipal, and private lands. For non-hunters in these areas, the Massachusetts Department of Wildlife and Fisheries recommends wearing a blaze orange hat and/or vest, especially during peak times - early morning and late afternoon - and avoid wearing earth-toned or animal-colored clothing."
"Non-hunters should also keep pets leashed and visible, make their presence known to nearby hunters, and know when and where hunting is allowed, the state recommends. "We recommend those wanting to avoid being out when hunting is busiest to plan their walk or hike for a different time of day, or choose a nearby spot with lighter hunting activity," MassWildlife said."
Shotgun deer hunting season has begun in Massachusetts and runs through Dec. 13, with primitive firearms hunting from Dec. 15-31 and no hunting on Sundays. Hunting is allowed on MassWildlife lands and some federal, state, municipal, and private lands. Non-hunters are advised to wear a blaze orange hat or vest, especially during peak early morning and late afternoon hours, and to avoid earth-toned or animal-colored clothing. Non-hunters should keep pets leashed and visible, make their presence known to nearby hunters, and verify when and where hunting is permitted on specific properties before visiting.
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