LITTLE ROCK — Arkansas dove hunting season is around the corner, and while hunters are excited about the season, don’t forget to keep electrical safety a priority.
Doves often perch on power lines and fiber lines, becoming enticing targets for hunters. The risks of damaging electric and fiber-optic equipment, as well as causing potential physical injury, far outweigh the rewards of hunting.
The Electric Cooperatives of Arkansas reminds hunters it is illegal to shoot near or toward power lines, fiber lines, utility poles, transformers or substations.
Stray pellets could damage equipment, possibly interrupting electric or internet service and causing physical risks to those nearby.
Hunters should never trespass onto or hunt in the immediate area of utility property or infrastructure, as they may face civil or criminal liability for doing so.
For your safety, follow these additional tips:
Familiarize yourself with the area before heading out to hunt. Take note of power lines and equipment, especially when hunting in densely wooded areas.
