NORTH CAROLINA -- The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission reminds hunters to follow safety guidelines as deer season begins.
- Seven hunters have died due to tree stand incidents since 2017
- The commission encourages emphasizes wearing protective gear
- Hunters can review a free tree stand safety course online
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Since 2017, seven hunters have died due to tree stand incidents in our state.
Officials say these accidents injure more hunters than anything else, and it's usually a result of lack of precaution.
The commission encourages safe practices, emphasizing wearing protective gear.
Hunters can review a free tree stand safety course online.
For more safety tips this hunting season, click here.