aGENT Posted September 17, 2015 Share Posted September 17, 2015 http://globalnews.ca/news/2225913/nhl-player-charged-after-killing-a-grizzly-bear-in-b-c/ A NHL player has been charged after killing a grizzly bear in B.C. Clayton Stoner, who is from Port McNeil and plays for the Anaheim Ducks, shot the bear two years ago in the Kwatna River Estuary, just east of Bella Bella. Stoner does not deny shooting the bear and released a statement two years ago when a picture was released online of Stoner holding the severed head of the grizzly. “I grew up hunting and fishing in British Columbia and continue to enjoy spending time with my family outdoors,” said his statement. “I applied for and received a grizzly bear hunting license through a British Columbia limited entry lottery last winter and shot a grizzly bear with my license while hunting with my father, uncle and a friend in May. I love to hunt and fish and will continue to do so with my family and friends in British Columbia.” However, he has now been charged with five offences under the Wildlife Act, including hunting without a license and hunting out of season. Hunting grizzlies is legal in British Columbia if you carry a license, but many First Nations groups oppose the practice. The Heiltsuk Nation, and nine other groups that are part of the Coastal First Nations alliance, announced in September 2012 they would ban trophy bear hunting on B.C.’s north and central coast. “This is an issue that needs to be addressed based on principles, not on reputation or occupation,” said Jessie Housty, a councillor with the Heiltsuk Tribe and member of the Coastal First Nations Bear Working Group, in 2013. “It’s not about letting people off the hook or vilifying them because they’re happen to be high-profile. The important thing is creating dialogue around this issue.” Stoner is expected to be in court Oct. 9. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thejazz97 Posted September 17, 2015 Share Posted September 17, 2015 So he had a license, but is being charged for hunting without a license? what? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Langdon Algur Posted September 17, 2015 Share Posted September 17, 2015 What a tool. Hope Dorset drills him next time we play them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Langdon Algur Posted September 17, 2015 Share Posted September 17, 2015 So he had a license, but is being charged for hunting without a license? what? Sounds like someone is lying. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thejazz97 Posted September 17, 2015 Share Posted September 17, 2015 Sounds like someone is lying. I'm wondering why this is only coming up now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
73 Percent Posted September 17, 2015 Share Posted September 17, 2015 Queue our annual cdc debate regarding hunting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5 decades and no cup Posted September 17, 2015 Share Posted September 17, 2015 Queue our annual cdc debate regarding hunting. Trophy hunting Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fateless Posted September 17, 2015 Share Posted September 17, 2015 If he had a legitimate licence he will be fine. If Stone went through the proper channels then what the First Nation groups say is completely irrelevant. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LuckyLuciano Posted September 17, 2015 Share Posted September 17, 2015 NHL players don't lie though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghostsof1915 Posted September 17, 2015 Share Posted September 17, 2015 That picture looks fake. Looks like a composite of pictures. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
riffraff Posted September 17, 2015 Share Posted September 17, 2015 Nice head jackass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angry Goose Posted September 17, 2015 Share Posted September 17, 2015 If he had a legitimate licence he will be fine. If Stone went through the proper channels then what the First Nation groups say is completely irrelevant. hard to fathom charges being laid under the wildlife act if required documents were in order. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dral Posted September 17, 2015 Share Posted September 17, 2015 I miss Ballard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hatedkid666 Posted September 17, 2015 Share Posted September 17, 2015 Booth probably taught him Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hobble Posted September 17, 2015 Share Posted September 17, 2015 I don't get the sense of accomplishment from killing a majestic animal from a huge distance away with a rifle. I could get this if it were with a knife or sword or something That requires close combat where the Hunter is actually risking his life (beyond having one charge or sneak up on him). Give the damn animal a chance! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haikara Posted September 17, 2015 Share Posted September 17, 2015 So he had a license, but is being charged for hunting without a license? what? There's an article that claims he falsified information to get a license. http://www.ctvnews.ca/sports/anaheim-ducks-player-charged-with-illegal-grizzly-hunt-in-b-c-backcountry-1.2568102 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Ambien Posted September 17, 2015 Share Posted September 17, 2015 There's an article that claims he falsified information to get a license.http://www.ctvnews.ca/sports/anaheim-ducks-player-charged-with-illegal-grizzly-hunt-in-b-c-backcountry-1.2568102 Well duh, that might be illegal. I don't get the sense of accomplishment from killing a majestic animal from a huge distance away with a rifle. I could get this if it were with a knife or sword or something That requires close combat where the Hunter is actually risking his life (beyond having one charge or sneak up on him). Give the damn animal a chance! Should have stopped at the bold, you didn't need to prove it with the rest of the post. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elvis15 Posted September 17, 2015 Share Posted September 17, 2015 There's an article that claims he falsified information to get a license. http://www.ctvnews.ca/sports/anaheim-ducks-player-charged-with-illegal-grizzly-hunt-in-b-c-backcountry-1.2568102 It's still a little vague: Clayton Stoner of the Anaheim Ducks is accused of two counts of knowingly making a false statement to obtain a hunting licence. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edlerberry Posted September 17, 2015 Share Posted September 17, 2015 hard to fathom charges being laid under the wildlife act if required documents were in order. people lie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jägermeister Posted September 17, 2015 Share Posted September 17, 2015 Has anyone else noticed that whenever an illegal hunting story comes out, the animal in question practically always has a name and is supposedly "beloved" by everyone? Apparently this loveable scamps name was Cheeky! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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