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Post by Dutch on Jan 8, 2024 15:57:47 GMT -5
Apparently there is an organized effort to legalize the use of drones.
I guess some will show up at the PGC meeting. There is also an effort to get legislation to make it legal
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Post by fleroo on Jan 8, 2024 16:54:07 GMT -5
I think properly trained, and properly permitted, ALONG with alerting the PGC the location, date and time of where you will be doing the recovery as well as hunters information, it should be allowed. That said, I can't see how it would be as effective as a well-trained dog, that can follow a distinct trail through smell. A drone is just a flying shot in the dark (or light).  |
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Post by Dutch on Jan 8, 2024 17:55:26 GMT -5
I think properly trained, and properly permitted, ALONG with alerting the PGC the location, date and time of where you will be doing the recovery as well as hunters information, it should be allowed. That said, I can't see how it would be as effective as a well-trained dog, that can follow a distinct trail through smell. A drone is just a flying shot in the dark (or light). If you watch the videos, you'll see they use thermal imaging, which at night, is very effective. |
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Post by Loggy on Jan 9, 2024 7:23:59 GMT -5
Interesting video. With "proper regulation".......I see no issues with it as a viable resource to help hunters in deer recovery. I saw at end of video they will be at Harrisburg's Great American Outdoor Show in February. Myself....in all my past deer recovery efforts.....the "normal boots on the ground" tracking steps has been sufficient for successful recovery in all cases. In the future...one never knows?  |
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Post by cspot on Jan 9, 2024 19:55:00 GMT -5
I think properly trained, and properly permitted, ALONG with alerting the PGC the location, date and time of where you will be doing the recovery as well as hunters information, it should be allowed. That said, I can't see how it would be as effective as a well-trained dog, that can follow a distinct trail through smell. A drone is just a flying shot in the dark (or light). If you watch the videos, you'll see they use thermal imaging, which at night, is very effective. Yes it is. I have watched several of his videos. I know the one when he located a live deer and it got up and walked you could actually see the thermal image of the footprints for a few seconds after the deer passed. Pretty neat. If the sun comes up and there are leaves on, then they don't work too well. |
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