Take better aim with these hunting safety tips
If you're out for game, keep these precautions in mind.
Brisk weather and falling leaves signal lots of autumn arrivals, including the start of hunting season. Whether you're a seasoned pro, 一个狂热者, a beginner or someone who just wants to safely enjoy the outdoors, these hunting safety tips will help.
狩猎安全提示
- Follow firearm safety practices:
- Treat every firearm as if it were loaded.
- Only point at what you plan to shoot.
- Keep your finger off the trigger until ready to shoot.
- Before shooting, clearly identify your target and what is beyond.
- 为天气做好计划. 猎人可能会有风险 体温过低 in cold, wet conditions, but also in temperatures as high as 50˚ F. 多穿几件暖和的衣服, avoiding moisture-retaining cotton and remembering a water-repelling outer layer. 出发前, check the weather report to make sure you won't be caught off guard by other inclement weather.
- 提醒别人你的计划. Never head out on a hunting trip without letting a friend or relative know w在这里 you'll be and when you expect to return.
安全 tips for non-hunters near a hunting area
- 穿合适的衣服. Avoid colors and patterns that blend into your surroundings, including whites, blacks, browns, earth tones, animal patterns and camouflage. Bright orange, red or green clothing is best, especially for vests and hats.
- 制造一些噪音. This includes talking loudly (to yourself or a companion), 吹口哨或唱歌, especially if you hear a shot nearby. Once hunters have acknowledged your location, show courtesy by reducing excessive noise that might scare away animals.
- 也要保证宠物的安全 不要让狗不拴绳 in an area that allows hunting, especially if they like to chase deer.
- Plan and avoid hunting areas and seasons. If you want to avoid encountering hunters altogether, find a location w在这里 hunting is not allowed. This typically includes most state and national parks.
