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#06–250 September 18, 2006
Ethical hunting behavior a part of sporting heritage
 Ethical
behavior is not mandated by laws or regulations, but by an individual’s
sense of right. Ethics generally cover behavior that has to do with issues
of fairness, respect, and responsibility not covered by laws. For instance,
it’s not illegal to be rude to a landowner when hunting on his or her
property or to be careless and fail to close a pasture gate after opening
it, but most hunters agree that discourteous and irresponsible behavior is
unethical.
Hunters must agree to treat the outdoors, the activities they are
participants in, and each other with respect. The future of hunting belongs
to those who are willing to accept full responsibility for their actions.
Sportsmen and sportswomen accept responsibility not only for their actions,
but also for perpetuating wildlife and maintaining a high caliber of
sportsmanship.
Some rules of ethical conduct:
 | Always think of safety first and shooting game second. |
| Respect the rights of landowners. You should never go on private
property without permission and remember that cooperation and respect are
the keys to getting permission to hunt. |
| Know your gun and what it can do. Maintain your equipment so it
functions properly and does not pose a safety threat. |
| Shoot only when absolutely certain of your target and make every
effort to locate crippled or lost game. |
| Pick up spent shells and other litter. |
| Clean and care for your game properly. |
| Alcohol and hunting can make for a dangerous combination. |
| Be mindful of local regulations and always be properly licensed.
Taking game out of season and before or after legal shooting hours is
poaching, not hunting. |
| Realize that just being out there is what a good hunt is all about and
you can have a great day without taking the bag limit. |
All residents born after June 30, 1979, must successfully complete a
hunter education course that is approved by the S.C. Department of Natural
Resources (DNR) before a hunting license can be obtained. The DNR offers a
10-hour hunter education course which includes classroom instruction and
hands-on experience in hunter safety and hunting techniques. In addition,
students learn about hunting ethics, hunter/landowner relations and basic
conservation and wildlife management principles.
Hunter Education home study courses are available if one is not available
in your county or within a 50-mile radius of your county. You can obtain a
workbook home study or a CD-ROM home study by calling 1- 800-277-4301 or
(803) 734-3995. Find out more about Hunter Education at the DNR Web site
http://www.dnr.sc.gov/education/hunted.html.
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