If you are out and hear gunshots nearby, but haven’t spotted any hunters-that’s a good time to raise your voice or make some noise. Once they’re aware of your presence, be considerate, maintain distance, and avoid making further noises that might startle wildlife. You should give them their space and keep your distance, but at the same time, don’t hide from them! Make your presence known with a quick wave or a whistle, and look for a sign of acknowledgement that you’ve been seen. They’re actively hunting, sweeping a field, and maybe haven’t spotted you yet.
Let’s say you are out in the field, trying to scrounge up some cool sparrows or other fall migrants, and you spot some pheasant hunters in the distance. Keep Your Distance-But Make Your Presence Known That’s what this week’s Entryway to Birding blog is here for-we’re bringing you some safety tips on everything from what to wear, to the best time of day to venture out, to what to do if you encounter hunters in the field. Birders and hunters can absolutely co-exist and share these spaces that we all love, but it requires that you be informed and prepared. Whether you’re looking for cool birds during fall migration, or maybe just out wanting to be surrounded by nature and away from the crowds, you might be considering exploring some of these off-the-beaten path areas too-and fall is certainly a gorgeous time to do so!īut we encourage that you go prepared-fall is also when many hunting seasons begin and there are a few things you should consider to keep yourself and others safe this time of year. Many of these areas are open to in-season hunting, but also to birders, wildlife-seekers, and other adventurers looking for new natural areas to appreciate. From state natural areas to state wildlife areas to state parks and more, Wisconsin has endless opportunities to get outside.
I’ve veered off the beaten path in search of new birds and it’s opened my eyes to the breadth of Wisconsin’s public lands. One of the things I love most about birding is how it’s taken me to new places, to new destinations that I might not have visited before.
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