Safety On/Off

The position of the firearm’s safety device; “On” means the safety is engaged (cannot fire), “Off” means the firearm is ready to discharge.

A last-resort shot taken when an animal (e.g., bear) charges or poses imminent danger, emphasizin...

A firearm with no ammunition in the chamber or magazine; many states require firearms to be unloa...

A clearly defined area in which each hunter can shoot without risking others; critical for group ...

A life jacket or vest required on many waterways to ensure hunter safety when waterfowl hunting o...

Keeping one’s finger off the trigger until the moment of firing; a cornerstone of firearms safety...

Gear like earplugs or earmuffs that safeguard hearing from gunshot noise.

A bright orange color worn to increase hunter visibility and reduce accidental shootings, require...

A device on a firearm (e.g., lever, button) that blocks the firing pin or trigger to prevent acci...

Another name for blaze orange, the highly visible color mandated in many states for hunter safety.

A shared itinerary detailing hunting location, timeframe, and emergency contacts for safety and a...

The core guidelines: treat every gun as loaded, muzzle in safe direction, finger off trigger unti...