Duck hunting cancelled in MA?

[Nick Zito]

Curious how Gov Bakers new mandate effects people hunting. I had heard no outings before 5am but was curious if anyone local read the fine details?

 

[Rick L]

It's not an outing
It's an expedition

"The advisory instructs residents to stay home between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m. Trips outside the home for travel to and from work, errands such as grocery shopping and exercise are allowed. "

so - are ducks groceries? or is hunting exercise

 

[Nick Zito]

I would argue that we'd have no meat for my kids if we couldn't hunt, though I definitely fatten up during ducks season, so... both!!

 

[Mark W]

Just wear a mask while going to your spot. Then you?re good. Masks stop everything you know. 😂😂😂

 

[Jeff Reardon]

Use a paddle or a row boat. Then it's exercise and OK.

 

[Gerald N]

Advisory means suggestion NOT required. In order to require the Governor of Massachusetts must rely upon due process or lawful ability. Since the Department of Public Health has not provided a document by the commissioner to the same in accordance with MGL c17 s 2A, he is merely asking. Nothing more. Go hunt and have fun and no worries. Best luck.

 

[Nick Zito]

I avoid MA often but CT is close behind. Good to know though

 

[Jay K]

You're a duck hunting guide taking clients. Simple as that.

 

[Nick Zito]

I had the same idea

 

[Jay K]

There are many things I will abide by: Speed limits, traffic laws, not going to restaurants, parties, movies, large gatherings. Hell, my wedding reception was postponed a year (wife and I still got married in the church with our parents present).

Absolutely zero chance I would let a "law" keep me from seeing my family, friends, earning my livelihood, and fishing/hunting.

That's the line in the sand.