Shed Hunting in Colorado: What You Need to Know

In the vibrant spring season, many outdoor enthusiasts flock to the Rocky Mountains for outdoor adventures. One of those activities is shed hunting – the search for dropped antlers from deer, elk, and other animals. There are no shortage of enthusiasts in Colorado who enjoy the thrill of the hunt and the promise of a good day in the mountains. But with that enthusiasm comes responsibility, including the responsibility to drive distraction-free and know the comprehensive shed hunting laws in Colorado to which you will be subject.

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In the state of Colorado, there are regulations specific to shed hunting. These regulations are continuously developed and updated by the state, with input from wildlife commissioners, biologists, outdoor enthusiasts, and lawmakers. Those who choose to pursue this recreational activity must educate themselves on the current laws and how these laws impact their enjoyment of the activity.

Understanding current laws is critical because those who choose to participate in the activity of shed hunting are obligated to follow those laws. Colorado has implemented these laws for good reason – for the safety of the enthusiasts themselves and the wildlife they pursue. In addition to staying informed about the laws that regulate your professional or recreational activities, investing in technology that keeps you focused on the road can also reduce risk and save lives.

SaverOne’s platform is designed to reduce distractions, keep drivers focused on the road, and help prevent the very accidents that shed hunting laws are intended to avoid. In fact, we consider our mission so important that we offer the Saver One platform free to all emergency response vehicles and all game wardens in Colorado for protective purposes to assist them while they are in the field. We have also made our technology accessible to the broader community to help avoid tragedies on our roadways. Our companies are committed to making the world a safer place – in the mountains and beyond.

Those who participate in this recreational activity should not only understand the laws as they pertain to shed hunting, but also recognize the importance of following all laws as they pertain to any type of activity. This understanding applies, for instance, to the law regulating the use of handheld mobile devices while driving. The use of a wireless device while driving is prohibited for drivers throughout the state of Colorado. Breaking this law has led to criminal violations and civil charges. Knowing that your actions could have such significant consequences should encourage all drivers to adopt safer, legal practices. In short, everyone is safer if you choose to focus on the road and follow the law.

Awareness of and compliance with all relevant laws are also encouraged by the courts. For instance, in a case last year involving distracted driving, a Colorado court emphasized the risk of personal injury resulting from texting and driving and noted that the practice is the type of activity a reasonable person would not do. In other words, even with the absence of laws regulating the use of mobile devices, it is an activity that society has deemed to be dangerous, irresponsible, and likely to cause harm to others.

For shed hunters, the law is particularly relevant during the current spring season. Shed season is a high-risk time for accidents with wildlife in the state of Colorado, in part because many ranchers have a difficult time finding their cattle after a long winter. The law enforcement and conservation officers who lead searches through the areas where shed hunting is prevalent are occasionally injured while looking for with devices that are difficult to use and while on roads with lower speed limits. They routinely see instances where shed hunters violate boundaries, trespass on private property, and use multiple vehicles to plow through wildlife area roadblocks. Awareness of the law helps to keep everyone involved safe.

Those who drive responsibly are less likely to hurt themselves, others, and wildlife. Investing in technology such as SaverOne provides additional protection. It is proven that people who use distracted driving solutions such as the SaverOne platform are more likely to focus on the road before them and less likely to use their hand-held devices when behind the wheel. The result is a better overall experience, fewer accidents, and less impact to our wildlife and natural sites. We value our roadways and our environment, and we invite everyone to support the effort to preserve both.