The Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation and the Saskatchewan Stock Growers Association are asking hunters to take extra precautions, specifically in regard to fires caused by vehicles due to the extremely dry conditions. 

"We encourage all hunters to take extra precautions this hunting season with the increased risk of fires. These precautions include carrying a fire extinguisher in your vehicle, gaining permission from landowners before going on their property, avoid unnecessary vehicle idling, and always staying on existing trails and roads." says Chad MacPherson, General Manager of the SSGA. 

Darrell Crabbe, the Executive Director of Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation adds, "The recent warm weather and the ever-present possibilities of high winds provide the ideal conditions for uncontrolled wildfires."