bow hunting for moose and grouse at same time

[old243]

I drew a cow bow tag. I am unclear about whether I could also have a shot gun, with me at the same time for birds. I would carry 6 or 71/2 shot only. No slugs or buck shot. Will be hunting with an atv as I can't walk far. As long as the gun is in a scabbard and unloaded till , I want to use it to harvest a bird. Is the cross bow legal, carried out of its case and cocked but no arrow on the string, while on the bike. I would also not shoot, from the bike. There is a lot of questions , I realize. I have been unable to get a copy of the regs, since the mnr , cut back. What are your thoughts. I don't need problems from the warden. Thanks old243

[jim]

I would apply to the Ministry for a disabled hunter permit, which would allow you to shoot from the bike.

[Hoytman]

I won't comment on your question as I'm not 100% sure and don't want to lead you astray, but regarding the hunting regs - google 'Ontario hunting regulations' and the current regs will be the first result and you can view them online.

[rick_iles]

From what you describe, you are OK. Yes, you can carry a xbow with no bolt.
It's not considered loaded until the bolt is on the rail.

[finsfurfeathers]

legalities aside one would have to question the wisdom of trusting a safety to prevent a misfire from a cocked crossbow on a bouncing ATV. Risk of injury and serious damage to the crossbow would have me thinking not the best idea.

[vertical]

I recently asked this question to the MNRF and was told by them that while bow hunting I cannot be in possession of a rifle or shotgun, so in Ontario the answer would be 'no'. As for the rest of your question, I have no clue.

[Jow]

in the regs on pg 34 I quote "when hunting moose during a bow only season you may use or carry only bow hunting equipment ,you may not carry a rifle or shotgun for hunting other species".

[rick_iles]

That's one of those grey areas.....if the shotgun is in a case on the machine, he isn't carrying or using it while moose hunting.
We bird hunt all the time during a bow only moose hunt. Just don't carry the bow and shotgun at the same time.
This question is best answered by the CO where you hunt.

[old243]

I checked with mnr, their opinion was it would not be legal , to have a shotgun , cased and a bow at the same time , while bow hunting moose. He suggested leaving the bow and licence in camp , if out partridge hunting. To avoid suspicion. I would question , Not having my tag with me , as others in the group , might harvest a moose and require the tag to be used immediately , at the site of the kill. There are too many grey areas , I think I will just stick to moose bow hunting. Thanks to everyone who replied. old243

[Kurtis1234]

Buy small game tips for your bow and practice with your bow so you can hit birds. Easiest solution in my mind.

I don't think there is any problem having a cocked crossbow with no bolt in it. I wouldn't though because the chances of it dry firing go up. I think there is always enough time to draw the bow if you see something or draw it before you start walking.