We collectively owned a substantial vacation property on a private land with limited access via a single road. Everyone was acquainted with one another. However, we frequently encountered individuals attempting to trespass on our property. To mitigate this issue, the elderly gentleman residing at the end of the road would strategically position his vehicle to block the exit whenever someone approached. The elderly man had previously informed the game warden of his intention to place a bag of corn on his property to attract wildlife, specifically turkeys and deer, while clearly stating that he did not intend to hunt. The warden acknowledged this arrangement, noting that it was permissible only during the elderly man's presence and with the explicit understanding that no hunting would occur. Although there was some ambiguity regarding the presence of chickens on the property, the warden did not object. Subsequently, an anonymous caller reported the elderly man for allegedly baiting wildlife. In response, the game warden contacted the elderly man, commending him on his clever tactic, as the individual who had been sneaking onto his property had inadvertently reported themselves to the authorities.
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