Moose hunting begins and affects riders' trail outings
Moose hunting in southern Sweden starts today, October 8, bringing excitement for hunters but caution for riders who must carefully plan their outings. Riders in Östergötland stress the importance of dialogue with local hunting groups. The hunt continues until January 31.
Today, Wednesday October 8, moose hunting begins in southern Sweden, an event many hunters have anticipated. For riders, however, it means a period of heightened caution in forests and terrain, where trail rides may need to be postponed or replanned.
Susanne Pedersen Almqvist, riding school manager at Ryttarkamraterna in Finspång, explains: "Jo det är klart man tänker till." She adds that planning routes is essential: "Man får planera vart man rider ut." Activity in the forest is high at the start of the hunting season, especially during the opening.
Jim Forsberg, hunter and wildlife administrator at the county administrative board in Östergötland, describes the situation: "Det blir framförallt nu under premiären att det jagas frekvent i länet, det blir en premiäreffekt." Despite ongoing hunting, the right of public access (allemansrätten) allows everyone to be in nature. Forsberg emphasizes the importance of clear communication and dialogue to avoid conflicts.
Pedersen Almqvist notes that she maintains good dialogue with the local hunting team, facilitating cooperation. The moose hunt runs until January 31, and during this time, riders are advised to be particularly vigilant in Östergötland.