bow hunting

[firtras]

I was wandering if it would be legal to take a pole or post of some type in the woods to strap my compound bow to it so I would be able to pull it back(can't pull it back consistenly without alot of movement due to a wrist injury also have a crossbow same problem with it). I've read in the regulations that you can not have attached to a longbow or crossbow any mechanical,electrical or electronic device capable of projecting a beam of light If as long as I make sure it doesn't project a beam of light(including reflection of sunlight) would this be legal? I realize that this would reduce the number of shot capabilities but I love to bow hunt and this may be the only way to do so this season.
Thanks for the help!

[CatDaddy]

The device they are talking about is one that could be used like a laser sight or even a laser sight its self. They have been used in the past to blind deer. Im not talking about a red dot scope Im talking about a laser sight that projects the red dot on the actual target, like some of those laser pointers and the sights the SWAT team uses.

[jcdflint]

A Disable Friend of mine screws a lag bolt with a hook on the end in a tree at his blind so he can attach the loop of his crossbow to hold it when he pulls it back. Try that!, Jeff

[Ohio Bill]

Email the ODNR just to be safe.......u wouldnt want any fines or anything

[firtras]

Thanks for the info guys! I did email the ONDR yesterday morning and as of now still no responce. I may give them a call here in awhile.

[Star1pup]

Don't wait for a return mail. Call them at 1-800-WILDLIFE, it's a free call. I'll bet that will get you an answer. You also might try calling your local Wildlife Officer. The numbers are in the hunting regs booklet. I'm an outdoor writer and have always gotten good response to my questions.

[firtras]

Gave them a call yesterday and they said "as long as it doesn't project a beam of light(mainly laser pointers) and I am being safe and responsible(so I don't get hurt or anyone else) then there is nothing in the regulations to stop me. Thanks again for the help