A BC man was issued a big fine recently after killing an animal out of season.
According to the BC Conservation Officer Service, a Canada Goose was killed out of season in the community of Sechelt.
A man was issued a $1,265 fine in connection with killing the goose. His fine also included hunting in an unsafe manner.
"Conservation Officers in Sechelt recently issues fines in connection with killing a Canada Goose out of season and hunting in an unsafe manner," wrote the COS.
Residents chimed in after hearing about the incident, most condemning the poaching. Some argued for a higher fine while others argued that the "season should never close."
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