Hunters Are Reminded of the Following Basic Safety Practices

By Robert Farago

Courtesy Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries:

• Completely unload firearms at the conclusion of the hunt and keep the action open. Be sure all shells or cartridges are removed from both the chamber and the magazine.
• When in a vehicle, boat or on an ATV, transport firearms unloaded with the action open and in a secure position – preferably in a case.
• Always be sure the muzzle is pointed in a safe direction. This basic rule applies in the field, in a vehicle and in the home.
• When cleaning a firearm or putting it away for storage, double check to …read more

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