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Foxhunting

Foxhunting has been a popular recreational past time since the 17th century in the United Kingdom and the northern hemisphere season is between November and April. It involves killing wild foxes with foxhounds under the control of the Master of the Hounds.

From 1949 and through the latter half of the twentieth century there has been a strong campaign in the United Kingdom against foxhunting and support for it to be banned, and as a result it has now been made illegal throughout the United Kingdom.


General Information

Hunting is the killing or capturing of animals for recreation. Hunting can come in the form of big game hunting, small game hunting and migratory bird hunting.

Big game, small game and bird hunting are available in the United States on several public lands depending on the site and season of the trip. Hunting fees, licensing and seasonal restrictions may vary from site to site. Detailed information is available from the site.


Rules and Guidelines

The United States Federal Government suggests hunters should bring along a trash bag so that they can deposit it in the proper trash receptacle and avoid littering.

It is strongly suggested that hunters should be using the correct type of hunting equipment permitted in the area and that they check with their destination ahead of time for current hunting rules and regulations for that area.

Several safety precautions and other actions can be taken by hunters, including:
- wearing proper hunting gear, including orange vests and caps to avoid being mistaken for wildlife by another hunter.
- completing hunter safety courses and being aware of local and state hunting laws.
- transporting hunting weapons with the safety on.
- being courteous to other hunters and recreationists.
- not hunting on unauthorized public lands.
- bringing along extra safety items such as water, flashlights, maps, and a cellphone or radios.


based

1. http://www.recreation.gov/hunting.cfm?myActivity=hunting


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