Bowhunting - The landowner - DOs & DON'Ts

DOs

• Seek permission from the landowner well in advance.
• If the landowner is busy, wait until he or she is finished.
• Offer to help the landowner.
• Introduce yourself and offer a handshake.
• Be sure to tell the landowner how many people will be hunting and what you intend to hunt.
• Listen to the landowner.
• Accept his or her answer to your request whether it is a yes or no.
• Always thank the landowner for his time.

DON'Ts

• Arrive on the landowner doorstep on opening morning.
• Wear dirty or bloody clothing.
• Argue with the landowner.
• Arrive very early or very late in the day.