Cell phones....newest hunting toy....errr tool

[The_Kat]

So how many of you have began taking your cells to the tree lately and find yourself text messaging and playing online while in the stand??? I'm so guilty of this lately. I constantly find myself checking on the other hunting buddies I have, and talking to my girl and checking the forums lol. Seriously though, I think it is kinda beneficial to know when the general movement is taking place. Hutch and I have been helping each other get ready for movement when we see deer begin to move.

[Tim Andrus]

I sit and text ,check weather on mycast.com. I know sooner or later im going to get busted ,then Ill stop....er maybe

[Tominator]

Guilty. Tom and I call each other when we shoot. It's illegal to use them for coordinating deer movements though.

I text my wife and son from time to time too.

[Tim Andrus]

I sit and text ,check weather on mycast.com. I know sooner or later im going to get busted ,then Ill stop....er maybe lol

[The_Kat]

is it really? well we don't tell each other when deer are coming cause we don't hunt near each other, but we just tell each other when we see movement. That way we both know they are out and about....is that illegal???

[Tominator]

is it really? well we don't tell each other when deer are coming cause we don't hunt near each other, but we just tell each other when we see movement. That way we both know they are out and about....is that illegal???

In Ohio it is. Might not be down there. This was, and has been a big battle in the Ohio legislature over the years. I like the cell for safety purposes, but the DNR argues that it gives hunters an unfair advantage, which is probably true.

Either way, I think it would be very difficult to police not allowing hunters a cell phone while hunting.

[The_Kat]

hmm....well I didn't even think of it that way. food for thought I reckon

[Tominator]

hmm....well I didn't even think of it that way. food for thought I reckon

It's probably legal there Kyle. That's the sportsman's contention here in Ohio. "It's legal just about everywhere else, why not Ohio?????"

Might want to check though.

[OJR]

Most of the time, cell phones are useless here when we are hunting in the mountain's! Can't get out or receive!

No need to even carry it with you!

[booner1331]

if I'm hunting with someone, we will check see whats they are seeing once in a while

[wtnhunt]

We dont usually take the cell phone with us, but do take radios.

[toddyboman]

Nope... I do have my phone but don't ever mess with it

I do play my handheld Yahtzee some :D

[LV2HNT]

i live in ohio and if they ever make hunting with cell phones illegal i will be very upset...ur cellphone is your number 1 safety tool while hunting if you get hurt or lost or whatever you have the ability to call a buddy and get help....even if its illegal in the future im still taking it so arrest me....i never go into the woods without a cell phone

[bowin_in_illinois]

I keep my phone with me for safety reasons (on vibrate), but I don't play games or anything on it.

[buckee]

My cell phone stays turned off unless I'm expecting an important call. I only bring it, so I can call my wife after the hunt, to let her know I'm on the way home, or in case I need it for an emergency .

[DSGB]

I always have my phone with me for safety reasons, but never really play on it while hunting. It is also illegal in Georgia to use a cell phone or radio to aid in hunting game.

This is how it is written:

Under "It is unlawful to:"

-Use electronic communications equipment to aid in the pursuit of game.

[pointing_dogs_rule]

I MUST BE IN THE MINORITY.

I go to my tree (hunting) to get AWAY FROM THOSE THINGS. Do I take it for safety reason?? You bet. However, it stays turned off.

I think the beauty of being outdoors is being entertained by the beauty of nature. Whether it be the squirrels, birds, chipmunks, coyotes or deer. I never find myself bored while out there whether it is 60 and sunny or 10 and snowy and "I hope that day never comes".

Just my thoughts.

good luck to all

the dog

[rhine16]

I text on mine some, but try to stay away from it.

[Shawn]

i always use mine. Text, and ive been playing a deer hunter game on it. I check the weather also.

[Shaun_300]

Nope, I don't get service where I hunt.

Probably wouldn't take it in the woods with me anyway. When I hunt with a group we all carry FRS radios to communicate with eachother. It is also illegal here in Ontario to use them to aid in the hunt. The only time we usually turn them on is if we hear one of us shoot, then we know if we need to go help etc.

[CampRAGS]

I carry mine all of the for time safety reasons. I have fallen from tree stand and it was good thing I had it with me. My son and I check on each other regulary..not to direct our movment or aid in getting deer, but to make sure each other is ok,,,things happen........

[ChasinTail]

Fantasy Football Stats! They are the devil and are the only thing keeping a dang cell phone im my hand while I hunt. I need help!!

[TreeStandBowHunter]

My cell phone goes with me but it stays turned off unless I need to use it. Most times the only time I do use it is when I am leaving the woods I call home to tell my wife to get supper ready because I sure ain't bringing supper home:D