How close can you shoot to a dwelling when hunting?

In Maine, the regulations regarding hunting near dwellings are designed to ensure safety and prevent accidents. The correct distance to refrain from hunting near a dwelling is 100 yards. This distance provides a buffer zone that helps protect people and property, minimizing the risk of stray bullets and ensuring that hunting does not disturb residential areas.

Hunting within this designated distance can pose safety hazards, which is why the law mandates a minimum distance. This approach encourages responsible hunting practices and respects the rights and safety of individuals living in those areas. Other distances listed are either too close to provide sufficient safety or, conversely, too far, imposing unnecessary restrictions on responsible hunters. Thus, the 100-yard requirement strikes a balance between hunting rights and community safety.