For all hikers no matter what state you reside in:
Know when the hunting seasons are and stay out of the wilderness during those times.
If you hear gunshot, remember a projectile can carry for a mile. A .22 caliber can do a lot of damage due to its size.
There have been two times while I was hunting that an errant arrow landed at my feet.
Hunter orange is not a safe guarantee especially through thick brush or forests.
Not all hunters are sober hunters.
Remember they are the ones with the weapons so don't get into an argument with them no mater what state of mind they are in.
My condolences to the Marine's family. Very tragic.
