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Each year, many hundreds of hunting accidents occur across The States; just ask Vice President Cheyney. Most of these accidents might have been avoided by practicing a few elementary gun security systems.

Know your weapon

If your weapon came with an owner’s manual, read it from cover to cover. Practice taking apart your weapon and inspecting it thoroughly. If you know what your weapon appears like generally, you will be quick to recognize any abnormalities of the weapon in the field. If you drop your weapon or fall while carrying it, take it apart and inspect it for damage. Make certain that the slide operates smoothly. If you are in question about the integrity of your rifle, don’t fire it.

Educate yourself about the ammunition that you opt to use. A .22 caliber bullet fired from a rifle can travel over two and a half miles. This knowledge is essential to line up a safe shot.

Transporting the weapon

Always keep your weapon unloaded until you are ready to fire. If you are bound to hike to a new location, unload before commencing out. Shop the rifle and ammunition separately and, if possible, keep the storage container locked. Never carry a loaded rifle in your motor vehicle or on an ATV.

Sighting your prey

When sighting up your intended shot, there are lots of things to consider before pulling the trigger. Never shoot at a partially obscured target. Identify your prey fully before even improving your weapon to take a trial. If your in doubt about what is moving, manage your excitement and wait until the target can be fully visualized. Never hunt after dusk or before daybreak.

Know what is before and behind your target before shooting. Do not shoot animals that show on hilltops and near the tops of ridges as you can’t identify what can be behind your target. If your game is near water, rocks, or buildings, take into consideration that bullets can ricochet off hard surfaces. Don’t use the gun’s scope to sight your game. Use your field glasses first, and then if the shot is clear, switch to the scope.

Treat your weapon as if it is loaded at all times

Never look down the barrel of a weapon for any excuse. Keep your muzzle pointed faraway from yourself and others constantly. Learn and use assorted safe carrying positions for transporting your rifle in this line of business.

Keep an apparent head

Never go hunting or handle a weapon if you’ve had any alcohol or medication that might impair your judgment. Even a sleeping pill the night before can affect your reflexes throughout the day.
Get heaps of rest the night before your trip and go home early if you find yourself becoming drowsy.

Sighting a big buck or a fat bird may be exciting. It’s important to keep a level head constantly and not let your emotions cloud your judgment. Don’t allow yourself to act without thinking through the action to determine if it’s safe first.

Wear your security gear

Bring along hearing and eye protection and wear them before shooting. Include security orange in your decision of head gear and upper body clothing. This helps other hunters in the region distinguish you from the prey.

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