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Proper Gun Handling
Double-Hand
Hold the firearms grip in one had. Hold the gun's forearm in the other hand. Using this carry gives the handler the best control.
Cradle Carry
Cradle the barrel in the bend of one arm. If your hunting party is moving in a line, it is unsafe for the person in the middle to use this carrying technique.
Elbow Carry
Hold the forearm of the gun over your elbow, let the stock of the barrel rest against the back of your upper arm. The muzzle of the gun should be pointing down. Utilizing this carry gives the handler the least control, and should only be used when hunting alone.
Shoulder Carry
Rest the gun on the top of your shoulder by holding the grip. Only use this technique when no one is behind you.
Trail Carry
Hold the stock with one hand, and make sure the muzzle is pointed at the ground.
Some things to remember
When loading and unloading your firearm always make sure it is pointed at the ground and away from other hunters.
When not shooting, make sure that the firearm's safety is on and the action is open.
Copyright©Lindsey Johnson,
Jessica Delos Reyes
Last Modified December 2001