Hunter Safety
10/26/2019
- Always keep the barrel of your firearm pointed in a safe direction.
- Firearms should be unloaded when not in use.
- Don't rely on your gun's safety. Treat all firearms as if they're loaded and ready to fire.
- Be sure of your target and what's beyond it.
- Use proper ammunition.
- Always wear eye and ear protection when shooting.
- Learn the mechanical and handling characteristics of the firearm you are using.
- Treat a misfire as though the gun could fire at any moment.
- Make sure the gun is unloaded before attempting to clean it.
- Do not use alcohol or drugs while handling a firearm.
- Keep your finger out of the trigger guard and off the trigger until ready to shoot.
- Never cross a fence, climb a tree or stand or jump a ditch with a loaded gun.
- Never load a firearm until you are ready to use it.
- Always unload firearms before riding in any vehicle, including ATVs.
- Watch your muzzle so the other hunter doesn't have to.
- Dress for the weather. Wear hunter orange so you can be seen. If you take a dog with you, make sure it also wears bright colors.
- Know the range of your firearm. Remember, even a .22 rim fire can travel over 1-1/2 miles.
- Tell someone where you're going and when you plan to return. If you move from one area to another advise someone.
- Carry a flashlight while walking through the hunting area before or after daylight.
- Be familiar with the area you want to hunt.