MONTPELIER — Tree stands get hunters out of sight and smell of wary deer, but they can also get hunters into trouble. Here are some tips from the Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department to help stay safe and get the most out of your tree stand hunting experience: • Choose a live, straight tree. • Buy smart. Only use stands certified by the Treestand Manufacturers Association (TMA). • Inspect them each time you use them. • Know the rules. On state lands, it is illegal to place nails or other hardware into tr … (read more)
