Why are some forests closed to hunting?

Forestry Corporation and other land managers may open or close forests to hunting at different times so they can manage their commercial logging activities, conduct pest management programs such as wild dog or fox baiting or because of work, health and safety concerns. Closures are put in place for your safety and the safety of forestry workers and other forest users. DPI Hunting works closely with all land managers to review declared hunting land for R-Licence holders. Forest closures are a regular part of the public land hunting program.