Sad Story

[NYBuckHunter27]

NEWFANE, N.Y. (WIVB) - A man has died after an apparent accident involving a tree stand off Coomer Road in the Town of Newfane.

The Niagara County Sheriff's Office say the Newfane resident went into the woods Monday night to set up a tree stand for hunting. When he did not return, two friends went in search of him, and around 7:30 p.m. found the severely injured man at the base of a tree. His friends called 911, and dispatchers were able to track the signal using GPS.

First responders including deputies, and firefighters from Miller Hose and Wrights Corners responded. But the man was pronounced dead at the scene.

At this time, authorities say his death appear accidental, but it remains under investigation.

The man's name is being withheld pending family notification.

[Jeremy_K]

Very sad. This was right down the road from me. Be safe out there fellas. 

[Lawdwaz]

Damn that's a bad start to the season. Prayers and thoughts to the family.......

This stuff always gets my wife nervous, for good reason.

[Doc]

This kind of tragedy has touched our family directly, so I know what is going on in the hearts and lives of this guy's family and friends. It's an all too often story that we hear over and over every hunting season.

[Cabin Fever]

Unfortunately, I'm sure this won't be the last one that we hear about this fall....

 

WEAR THOSE SAFETY HARNESSES, LINEMANS BELTS, AND USE LIFELINES!!!! http://www.huntersafetysystem.com/

[SteveB]

Saddest part is that it is almost 100% preventable with use of safety equipment.

[GreeneHunter]

Condolences to the Family !

[Five Seasons]

tough to hear. safety should always be our first priority and if at all possible when hanging stands try to get someone to go with you and give you a hand.

[growalot]

Sad and prayer go out to family and friends...a very difficult reminder

[WNYBuckHunter]

Sad to hear. I feel for the guys family. As has been said, wear those safety harnesses and be careful out there. It only takes an extra few seconds to strap in.

[CuseHunter]

So sad to hear of this happening. I just bought a new gorilla G30 harness for $90 on eBay and couldn't be happier with the quality. Best $90 I've spent on any hunting gear.

[happy happy happy]

Man! how many times have I climbed a tree to cut a branch or hang a stand without a harness ??? I got smart once I got married and had someone else to think about. I tie in for everything now. I feel for the family. Please stay safe and if not for yourselves think of your loved ones. They will be the ones to suffer most.

[Ted]

I hunt on the property where I believe this happened. Didnt know the guy but know the owners, they will be devastated.

 

Can anyone recommend a harness for those of us with a 'fuller figure' (6ft 330 lb, 2x just isnt quite big enough).

[Cabin Fever]

I hunt on the property where I believe this happened. Didnt know the guy but know the owners, they will be devastated.

 

Can anyone recommend a harness for those of us with a 'fuller figure' (6ft 330 lb, 2x just isnt quite big enough).

The HSS has a 4X/5X you could inquire about. http://www.huntersafetysystem.com/wp-content/uploads/HSS-900_OrderForm.pdf

 

I see their 2X/3X is rated to 300lbs, so the 4X/5X should do the trick for you.

[asav2013]

Sad to hear , IV actually heard friends and family say "ahh I dont need one of those things or ill just use some.rope" I go out of my.way and buy them a harness , just the right thing to do,

[tuttled]

Awful to hear, best wishes to the family members. Bought a safety vest which is hands down the best outdoor investment I've made, the ones that come with stands are cheap. Everyone be safe out there and strap in.

[WELLSY]

I have a free harness, it came with a stand that I bought. I bought a vest harness so I have no need for this one. PM me if you need one. STAY SAFE OUT THERE!

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[ny hunter]

Sucks to hear these things right before the start.Thouhgts and prayers for the family.

[WELLSY]

Sucks to hear these things right before the start.Thouhgts and prayers for the family.

I agree. The hunting community it very tight nit. I feel for the family and friends survived.

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[greg54]

Tragic story to hear. Prayers go out to his family. Due to physical and health problems, I can't hunt from a stand and hunt from ground blind. Hope everyone has a very safe and successful season.

[CuseHunter]

Too bad this had to happen. That's the risk you face though when playing such a dangerous sport.

[apoallo]

so very sad. I just started using ladder stands and even thou Its not very high up I still wearing my harness.

[shawnhu]

Too bad this had to happen. That's the risk you face though when playing such a dangerous sport.

Is it really that dangerous?

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[Doc]

Is it really that dangerous?

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Statistically no. But still, don't try to tell that to a family that has just suffered a loss of this sort.

 

My guess is that the danger level is proportional to the level of carelessness involved. Most of us at one time or another encounter a belief in our immortality and invincibility that is when the percentages begin to climb. Beware of becoming too complacent simply because of some national statistics.