REPUBLIC COUNTY –A hunter was injured in a fall from a tree stand in Republic County this week. The hunter, whose name has not been released, received substantial injures, according to game wardens with the Kansas Department of Wildlife Parks and Tourism,

Officials suggest hunters check, repair or replace the straps holding the tree stand before it is used. The most important thing is to always wear a tree stand safety harness.

In addition, a tip from the public is credited with helping game wardens catch someone hunting illegally, according the Kansas Department of Wildlife Parks and Tourism.

The hunters in Republic County were where issued for taking furbearers out of season x 2, illegal method of take (use of artificial light) x 2, no fur harvester license x 2 and no fur harvester education x 2.

Furharvester season opens in November.. see more here