Ask a CO: Using a confidence decoy
A reader asks if it is permitted to use a confidence decoy (such as a turkey) while hunting for deer during the deer season.
Ask a CO: Guns at hunt camp
A reader asks about the logistics of keeping a firearm at hunt camp, and whether it can be left unloaded on the rack.
Ask a CO: Hunting waterfowl across provinces
A reader asks about hunting waterfowl in Ontario while holding a Quebec hunting licence, as well as a federal migratory bird permit.
Ask a CO: Sight in from a vehicle
A reader asks if it's legal to use your vehicle as a steady rest to sight in in this instalment of Ask a Conservation Officer.
Ask a CO: Fish sandwiches
A reader asks if prepared food (like a tasty fish sandwich packed for lunch) counts towards your daily possession limit.
Ask a CO: are public waterbodies with private access restricted for use?
Readers ask what factors would cause waterbodies to be considered private and unavailable for fishing to the general public.
Ask a CO: Can I carry a firearm outside of hunting seasons?
A reader asks if it's legal to carry a firearm outside of legal hunting seasons (while camping, canoeing, etc).
Ask a CO: Can I use a second hookless line as an attractant?
Readers ask if expired outdoors cards can be shown for proof of age, if it's legal to harvest fish for bait, and if a second line can be out while one line is in use.
Ask a CO: Is it legal to spear white sucker?
A reader asks if it is legal to spear white sucker in this instalment of Ask A CO, and if any other fish are included in that distinction.