Vernal Express | 1977-10-13 | Page 27 | Reminders Issued for Deer Season Opener

Reminders issued for deer season opener October 22 will mark what will be perhaps the most Important date of the year for Utah's big game hunting en en- On that date the eleven day general buck deer season will open and across the state will begin pursuit o of the number one game animal in the United States But If being forewarned is being forearmed It might be bewell bewell well to review some of the gen general ral regulations for taking deer One of the primary concerns is having the proper license and the law states that all persons engaged In hunting or the transportation of wildlife will have in their possession the proper license permit or tag required Remember too that hunting of big game Is allowed only during daylight hours and daylight hours are defined as that period between one half hour before official sunrise to one half hour after official sunset Dogs are prohibited at atall atall all times while hunting deer or other big game For the sake of safety remember that a minimum of square Inches of hunter orange is required apparel during the gun season and in ir Ii II that same vein remember that It is unlawful to carry loaded firearms In a vehicle Consider the folly of hunting while under the Influence of alcohol or Illegal drugs and recognize that to do so Is against the law And remember that to trespass is not only unlawful but that your action could have a negative effect on the opportunities ties for someone else Finally remember the rules of common sense and know the complete regulations of the deer hunting proclamation If you have any questions contact the Division of Wildlife Resources for further In- In formation