Before you lace up your boots and head to your leased hunting property, there’s one thing you must do: understand the access rights and boundaries.

Every lease is different. Some allow full-season access, while others may limit use to weekends, certain times of day, or specific seasons. Some leases include full-property rights, while others restrict access near crops, livestock, or family-use zones. If you don’t take the time to review the terms, you could be unintentionally trespassing, or even violating your agreement.

Here are a few questions to ask before you hunt:

🕰️ Are you only allowed on weekends or during set hours?
🚫 Are there no-go zones near barns, cattle, or planted fields?
📍 Have you clearly marked property lines and stand locations?

These aren’t just technicalities, they’re critical details that protect both you and the landowner. The fine print matters.

Being a responsible hunter means:

✔️ Respecting the rules
✔️ Planning smarter, safer hunts
✔️ Protecting your relationship with the landowner

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