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How to Glass Effectively

Glassing is the practice of using binoculars or a spotting scope to carefully scan an area for wildlife—especially in open or difficult-to-see terrain. Instead of walking through an area looking for animals, hunters can use optics to observe from a distance.

Here are a few tips for more effective glassing:
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• Start with your naked eye. Get familiar with the terrain before looking through your optics.
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• Work systematically. Divide the landscape into sections and slowly scan each one rather than jumping around randomly.

• Focus on edges. Pay close attention to timber lines, meadows, brush, ridges and other habitat transitions.

• Look for movement. An ear flick, tail movement or slight change in vegetation can reveal an animal that blends into its surroundings.

• Be patient. Animals may be standing still or partially hidden. Give each area plenty of time before moving on.

• Take advantage of good lighting. Early morning and evening can provide useful conditions for spotting movement and animals in open country.

• Look for parts, not just the whole animal. An antler, ear, leg or patch of fur may be easier to spot than an entire animal.

The key to effective glassing? Slow down, stay systematic and let your optics do the work.

Respect Begins Before You Enter.

Before accessing a property through CLAS, take a moment to review the landowner’s rules and guidelines.

Every property is different. Understanding permitted activities, access areas, parking instructions, and any special requests helps ensure a positive experience for everyone.

Read the rules. Follow the guidelines. Help keep private land access available for future adventures.

The American Pika (Ochotona princeps) may look like a small mouse, but it's actually more closely related to rabbits and hares than to rodents. Found in the rocky alpine regions of western Canada, these tiny mammals are perfectly adapted to life in cool mountain environments.

• Pikas are only about 15–20 cm long and typically weigh less than 200 grams.
• Instead of hibernating, they spend the summer collecting grasses, flowers, and leaves, creating "haypiles" that dry in the sun and provide food throughout the winter.
• Pikas communicate with sharp, high-pitched calls to warn others of nearby predators or defend their territory.

Unlike many mountain animals, pikas are extremely sensitive to heat. They can overheat after just a short time in temperatures above 25°C, which is why they live in cool, high-elevation habitats among rockslides and talus slopes. As temperatures rise, many pika populations are being forced to move to higher elevations where suitable habitat becomes increasingly limited.

7 things every landowner should include when setting up their property:

• Clearly defined property boundaries
• Approved activities
• Rules specific to your property
• Designated parking areas
• Your preferred approval process
• Secondary managers
• An up-to-date availability calendar

CLAS gives landowners the tools to set their rules, manage access requests, control guest limits, block off unavailable dates, and more. The more clearly you communicate your expectations, the easier it is for guests to respect your property.

Your land. Your way.

Read the full article here: https://blog.clas.app/7-things-every-landowner-should-include-when-setting-up-their-property/

7 Things Every Landowner Should Include When Setting Up Their Property - Welcome to CLAS Blogs Whether you’re allowing guest access for hunting, fishing, hiking, camping, contractors, or simply managing family and friends, clear property rules are one of the most important tools a landowner has. With Canadian Land Access Systems (CLAS), landowners can create customized property rules that g...

That's sometimes all it takes for a day trip to become an overnight emergency.

Our newest blog explains how to build a simple wilderness emergency kit that could make all the difference when the unexpected happens.

Read it here:
https://blog.clas.app/how-to-build-a-wilderness-emergency-kit/

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Have you ever seen suspicious activity in a rural area?

CLAS includes community notifications that can alert all users within a 20km radius of:

✔ Fires
✔ Dangerous wildlife
✔ Suspicious activity
✔ Potential poaching

Working together helps keep communities safer.

If you hunt in Canada, you've probably heard the term WMU, but what does it actually mean?

A Wildlife Management Unit is a geographic area used by provincial governments to manage wildlife populations and set hunting regulations.
WMUs help determine:

✔️ Hunting seasons
✔️ Bag limits
✔️ Weapon restrictions
✔️ Draws and licences
✔️ Species-specific regulations

Knowing your WMU is one of the most important steps to hunting legally and responsibly.

With CLAS, you can view WMU boundaries directly on the map and quickly access the regulations that apply to the area you're hunting.

Check out more about WMUs here: https://blog.clas.app/understanding-wildlife-management-units/

Did You Know?

When transporting a non-restricted firearm in Canada, it must generally be unloaded.

If you leave a firearm in an unattended vehicle, additional rules apply. Depending on the vehicle, the firearm may need to be stored in a locked trunk or compartment, or kept out of sight in a securely locked vehicle.

Whether you're heading to your hunting area, moving between properties, or wrapping up a day outdoors, taking a few moments to transport your firearm safely helps protect everyone and ensures compliance with federal fi****ms regulations.

Responsible hunting starts long before you take a shot. It begins with safe firearm handling and transportation.

https://rcmp.ca/en/fi****ms/fi****ms-safety-training-transport-and-storage/storing-transporting-and-displaying-fi****ms

CLAS gives landowners the flexibility to create rules that match their property's needs and their comfort level. Select from built-in options such as:
• Daily guest limits
• Hunting and fishing access
• Foot access only
• Pet permissions
• Overnight stays

You can also add custom rules, giving you complete control over how guests use your land.