Tuesday, December 21, 2010
Goose And Duck Hunters At Greatest Risk
KENTUCKY...
Kentucky officials say goose and duck hunters have to take extra precautions during the winter to avoid harm from cold water.
The Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources says the Coast Guard reports cold water shock, hypothermia and drowning account for more deaths of goose and duck hunters every year than firearms.
State officials recommend wearing a life jacket. Fish and Wildlife boating law administrator Capt. Mike Fields says someone who isn't wearing a life jacket when he hits the water doesn't have much chance of getting one on.
The agency also warns against overloading the boat and says hunters shouldn't wear waders or hip boots in the boat. Also stay near shore and avoid crossing large open water areas, especially in bad weather.
The department also advises making sure someone knows where you are going and when you plan to return. And ask that person to call for help if you don't make it back on time.
Kentucky officials say goose and duck hunters have to take extra precautions during the winter to avoid harm from cold water.
The Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources says the Coast Guard reports cold water shock, hypothermia and drowning account for more deaths of goose and duck hunters every year than firearms.
State officials recommend wearing a life jacket. Fish and Wildlife boating law administrator Capt. Mike Fields says someone who isn't wearing a life jacket when he hits the water doesn't have much chance of getting one on.
The agency also warns against overloading the boat and says hunters shouldn't wear waders or hip boots in the boat. Also stay near shore and avoid crossing large open water areas, especially in bad weather.
The department also advises making sure someone knows where you are going and when you plan to return. And ask that person to call for help if you don't make it back on time.
# posted by Homer Owens @ 10:06 PM 
