Gun Safety

Having a father who served in the US Air Force and experienced loosing a
close uncle to a hunting accident, gun safety was a subject taken very
seriously in his house.I learned at a very young age from my father that
there were absolutely no exceptions to his rules when it came to handling
a gun,and that started with my first pellet gun.Today I am very thankful 
for the knowledge and discipline he passed down to me.We would like to 
share with you 10 rules of gun safety that are listed below.

1) Always point the muzzle of a gun in a safe direction, even if you think
it is unloaded.By always keeping the muzzle pointed in a safe direction
nobody can ever get hurt, even if the gun does fire unexpectedly.Think of 
a gun in your hands as if it is loaded and the safety is off.

2) Keep the safety on and your finger out of the trigger guard until the
instant you are ready to fire. Remember, the safety of a gun should never
be a substitute for careless handling.

3) When unloading a weapon double check the chamber and the magazine,
then check it again. Next, always leave the action open.Even a loaded
weapon can't fire if the action is open.

4) Always be 110% sure of your target. A lot of people have been shot
because somebody thought they were a bird or animal they were hunting.
You also need to be sure of what is behind your target.Don't assume that
your target will stop your bullet or shot.What happens if you miss the 
target?

5) Never jump out of your duck boat or climb in with a loaded firearm. 
When exiting your boat either hand your gun to your partner,or lay it down
in a place that will be accessible when outside of your boat.When entering
your boat either hand your gun to your partner first,or lay it down inside
of your boat before entering.This commandment also applies to crossing 
fences.Never cross a fence with a gun in your hands.

6) Always be aware of your surroundings.Think ahead of time about the
directions you can not shoot due to other hunters,buildings,farms,ext.

7) Control your emotions when it comes to safety.After downing your target
remember to return the safety of your gun to its on position. If you lose
control of your emotions you may do something careless.

8) Wear hearing and eye protection.When shooting at clay birds or when
you're in the field,you should always wear hearing and eye protection. 
It is very important to remember that God you only gave two eyes,and two 
ears.These wonderful eyes and ears have to last you for your entire life.

9) Don't drink alcohol or take drugs before or while handling firearms.
These substances can drastically affect normal physical and mental body 
functions.

10) Always be aware additional circumstances that could affect your safety,
or another individuals safety.If your partner is doing something stupid 
tell him/her about it.Just because something isn't listed under these 
"ten commandments of shooting safety" doesn't mean you can ignore it if
it is dangerous!