Here is an interesting possibility, that my wife thought about today. Over the years, we have taken many friends and family members to a two man stand with us, so they can see what hunting is about. They were strictly observers. Now, my adult sons are wanting to take their ladies with them to watch. Of course, they will be wearing orange, but just sitting. No second gun or intention of shooting.
According to the regulations, anyone that assists any person in taking or attempting to take wildlife, is "hunting". So, if the non-hunter spots a deer and tells the hunter, are they an assistant? Seems like it could be. I don't think a court would uphold it, but I wouldn't put it past our game warden to try it. Looks like another "gray area", that is up to the ranger.
According to the regulations, anyone that assists any person in taking or attempting to take wildlife, is "hunting". So, if the non-hunter spots a deer and tells the hunter, are they an assistant? Seems like it could be. I don't think a court would uphold it, but I wouldn't put it past our game warden to try it. Looks like another "gray area", that is up to the ranger.