Safety is Priority #1

Keeping your range safe and fun

The shooting sports are wonderful pastimes; each is an opportunity to share the outdoors with family and friends while sharpening your skills. Hunting and target shooting are also among the safest of all sports. Part of the reason is that young and new shooters are introduced properly by responsible adults. The following 10 Rules for Firearm Safety are passed along from shooter to shooter and keep us all safe in the field. Please join us in passing this tradition along.

Safety First

1. Always keep the muzzle pointed In a safe direction.
2. Firearms should be unloaded when not actually in use.
3. Don't rely on your gun's "Safety".
4. Be sure of your target and what's beyond it.
5. Use correct ammunition.
6. If your gun fails to fire when the trigger is pulled, handle with care!
7. Always wear eye and ear protection when shooting.
8. Be sure the barrel is clear of obstructions before shooting.
9. Don't alter or modify your gun, and have guns serviced regularly.
10. Learn the mechanical and handling characteristics of the firearm you are using.

Firearms Safety Training

The National Rifle Association (NRA) has a number of training programs ranging from introductory firearms handling to expert marksmanship. Go to the NRA education site.

Every state and province has some hunter education training requirements in order to hunt within their jurisdiction. To find out more about hunter education classes in your area, visit the International Hunter Education Association (IHEA) (www.ihea.com)