Hank Parker is a pro bass fisherman and host of the TV show, Hank Parker’s Outdoor Magazine. He’s truly one of the finest men you’ll ever meet. This past weekend, while preparing treestands in the woods, he took a nasty fall from his stand. Fortunately, he lived to tell about it and is now encouraging others to learn from his mistake.Â
Check out his remarks from the hospital following his accident in his Instagram video below.Â
While laying in a hospital bed, Parker encouraged hunters to use a lineman rope while climbing a tree.
“A lineman belt is something I’ve rarely used, but in the future I’ll be using it from here on out,” says Parker. “Wear a lineman belt when you’re putting up your sticks, and you won’t be taking helicopter rides and sitting in an emergency room. It’s all about safety.”Â
Remember, a safety harness or saddle only work if you’re locked into a lineman rope or tether rope.Â
Most accidents happen on the ascent or descent from the tree. This is why the lineman rope or Lifeline rope is worth its weight in gold.Â
They key is to stay connected from the first step off the ground until you return again.Â
Check out the video below as Parker tells more on the details of his accident.Â
Don’t gamble when it comes to your safety in the deer woods. There’s no room for risk here. As they say, play stupid games and you’ll get stupid prizes.Â
Make good choices when it comes to treestand safety. Don’t be another statistic.Â
Commit to using the proper gear to keep you safe this season. Check out our friends at Hunter Safety System and Tethrd for all your treestand safety and climbing needs this season.Â
