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Ask a CO: On leaving decoys

A reader asks is it illegal to leave decoys in a field on private land after an evening hunt to use again the next morning?

Q: I was told it is illegal to leave decoys in a field while not hunting, such as leaving them out after an evening hunt for the next morning, on private property. Is this true? Jim Waslowski, Victoria Harbour A: There are no rules about placing decoys or leaving decoys out overnight, as long as the occupier of the property is okay with it. Answer by: David Critchlow and Brenda Koenig, Provincial Enforcement Specialists, MNR Please check the most recent Ontario hunting and fishing regulations summaries, as rules and regulations can change Send your questions by clicking here Originally published in the Nov.-Dec. 2024 issue of Ontario OUT of DOORS For more hunting, click here Click here for more outdoors news Watch on-demand videos anytime on OFAH Stream

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