Going hunting is a serious business. Hunters have to be aware at all times because some animals like to take revenge or attack. They need to be careful in handling their weapons.

There are 3 types of weapons that can be used for hunting: a gun, a longbow and a crossbow. There are also different gun types hunters should be aware of. Shotguns are usually used for large animals and birds, while handguns can be used for smaller animals.

Hunters need to make sure not to put weapons near their faces, but if needed they can put them on their shoulders. Guns have to be cleaned properly. If not, it could explode and hurt the gun handler or others around them.

The animals that can be hunted are deer, bears, squirrels and rabbits. Hunters have to make sure the safety lock is on when they are not ready to shoot the target. This prevents shooting someone or something unintentionally

Hunters must make sure when going hunting they wear orange or a bright color. This prevents other hunters from mistaking someone for an animal.

For a two-deer county, a hunter may harvest no more than two deer in a two-deer county during the 2022-23 season. A hunter may use sex permits, two deer management permits or one of each according to Ohio Hunting Regulations.

For a three-deer county, a hunter may harvest no more than three deer in a three-deer county during the 2022-23 season. A hunter may use, sex permits, three deer management permits or one of each.

For a four-deer county, a hunter may harvest no more than four deer in a four-deer county during the 2022-23 season. A hunter may use, sex permits, four deer management permits or one of each.

Hunters have to make sure they cover their scent so the animals they are hunting do not smell them and run away. Hunters must also make sure they use unscented products. Hiding out of sight of the animals you are hunting is also a useful technique.

More information about hunting regulations can be found at the website below:

https://ohiodnr.gov/buy-and-apply/hunting-fishing-boating/hunting-resources/hunting-regulations#:~:text=Gun%20Season%20and%20Youth%20Gun%20Season&text=Muzzleloading%20rifle%3A%20.38%20caliber%20or,cartridges%20.357%20caliber%20or%20larger.