GUN SAFETY

Where to enroll in a gun safety class: There are many groups throughout the country that offer gun safety courses. To find one, contact local wildlife conservation or local law enforcement.

WHY YOU NEED EAR/EYE PROTECTION

• Exposure to a firing gun can cause ear damage.
• Guns can emit debris and hot gas.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU FIND A GUN

• Do not touch it!!
• Do NOT disturb anything around it.
• Note landmarks (so you can bring police to the site.)
• Leave area and call police.

HOW TO STORE GUNS

• Stored away from children/ unauthorized people.
• They should be stored separately from ammunition.
• In locked cases.
• Unloaded guns may be stored with a trigger lock.

SAFETY AWARENESS

• ALWAYS assume gun is loaded!
• Never point a loaded gun at anything other than what you want to shoot.
• Keep the safety on until you are ready to shoot.
• Wear protection.
• Know and obey all gun laws.
• Know what is in front of/behind your target.
• Never use alcohol/drugs prior to handling a gun.