Keep your safety on until you are ready to fire your weapon.
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2.
Always assume the gun is loaded, even after you’ve checked it.
2 points - added 14 years ago by phdlist - 1 comment
Comments:
Good tip
Added 11 years ago by guest, 0 points
3.
Never trust that the safety will prevent your weapon from firing.
1 point - added 14 years ago by phdlist - 1 comment
Comments:
not true
Added 8 years ago by guest, 1 point
4.
Always wear hunter orange.
It’s not just a law; it’s a life-saver. Wear it.
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5.
Always harness yourself to your tree stand.
Half of all serious hunting injuries are due to hunters falling out of tree stands.
1 point - added 14 years ago by phdlist -
6.
Never point a gun at anything you don’t want to shoot.
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7.
Don’t touch the trigger of your weapon until you are ready to fire it.
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8.
Place your firearm on the ground before climbing through a fence or over a log.
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9.
Never climb a tree stand with a firearm or bow in your hands. Tie your unloaded weapon to a rope and haul it up after you’re secured in the stand.
1 point - added 14 years ago by phdlist -
10.
Before you shoot, take note of every object between you and your target.
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11.
Before you shoot, take note of every visible object beyond your target.
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12.
Keep your tree stand no more than 15-20 feet off the ground.
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13.
Double-check the type of ammunition your firearm requires before loading it.
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14.
If you aren’t sure how to operate a particular firearm, leave it alone until you get assistance from someone who does.
1 point - added 14 years ago by phdlist -
15.
Always transport your unloaded firearms in a case. It’s illegal to transport loaded weapons in most states.
1 point - added 14 years ago by phdlist -
16.
Always store firearms unloaded.
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17.
Abstain from alcohol and drug-use before and during your hunt.
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18.
Bring a survival kit with you, no matter how brief you intend your trip to be.
1 point - added 14 years ago by phdlist -
19.
Always let someone know where you’re going and what time you left. If you live alone, call someone to let them know, or leave a note in a prominent place inside your home.
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20.
Process and refrigerate your game promptly after the hunt.
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