Family outing question

[hunting_101]

I want to take my daughter and girlfriend out with me while I small game hunt. They don't have hunting licenses. I want to take them to dec land for a little while. I want to know if anyone knows if I am allowed to bring them.

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[turkeyfeathers]

As far as I know that's fine as long as they are not carrying a firearm. Used to take my daughter bunny hunting with her in the backpack carrier and I'd pop bunnies sunning themselves with my Buckmark .22

[Jennifer]

Yes-- this is legal as long as they are not assisting in the hunt. For example, you couldn't (and I am sure wouldn't want to) set them up to drive game to you, as they'd be assisting in the hunt at that point.

 

 

Q: Can I take my young child (or an unlicensed person) with me while I am deer hunting?
A: Yes, and we highly recommend it! Just make sure the child (or unlicensed person) is not hunting or assisting in any aspect of the hunt (like driving deer). Bring an extra pair of binoculars and plenty of snacks. Have a good time!

Q: Can my son or daughter hunt small game while I hunt deer?
A: Yes, but your son or daughter must have a Hunting license and cannot actively participate in the big game hunt (including driving deer).

Q: Can I participate in someone else's hunt after I have filled all of my deer tags?
A: Yes. A licensed hunter who has filled his or her tags may continue to participate in the hunt, including driving of deer, but may not attempt to shoot a deer.

Taken from: http://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/8310.html

[jjb4900]

are you upstate or on L.I.? all recreational use of DEC land on L.I. requires a seasonal pass.