I just relocated here and I'm still trying to know the state laws especially the outdoor activities. While I was checking out the park regulations, I realized I’m not entirely clear on the rules about carrying for personal safety in state parks. Are special permissions required?
Special permits when carrying pistols
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My understanding, unless there are prohibited signs or it states it in specific rules you are allowed. But I have seen that where there is no rules against the carry several areas prohibit the discharge. Now does that apply to target practice or defensive use that is unclear . I would assume the former instead of the later, others that are open to hunting have statements about so many feet from campsite, structures, and roads. Myself I would not go and target practice in a state park, but I am also not going to leave myself or my family without defensive options.
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BTW , welcome to the forum. Great people here. Welcome to Maine also. Great place to be, know this, as I do, you will always be from away, but it's up to you if you fit in or stand out.
