Congratulations on your new purchase! We're delighted you're excited about your purchase from Keen's Online Gun Superstore. Now that you're the proud owner of new
hunting equipment from the UK, it's time to talk about safety. With your hunting supplies comes a lot of responsibility. A happy outing can quickly turn tragic if you don't know what you are doing. Fortunately, these tips can help you make the most of your new gear.
Safety Tips While Hunting
One of the most important rules to remember when using archery hunting equipment or other hunting gear is to exercise caution when aiming or shooting.
- Wear protection and only point your weapon at a target you can afford to hit.
- Don't shoot unless you can clearly see the target. Many hunters have shot at what they thought to be wildlife only to realise they killed an innocent person instead.
- If you're using a firearm, keep the safety on and your finger away from the trigger unless you are ready to use it.
- If you have a hunting bow, pull back slow with a steady hand and release smooth to hit the target.
- Finally, when you're finished hunting, store your weapon properly. Unstring bows and unload rifles and guns. Also be sure to keep them out of the reach of young children.
Personal Safety
Just because you know the safety rules doesn't mean that others you hunt with do. Besides keeping others safe, there are steps you should take to protect yourself.
- Wear bright-coloured clothes so others can easily distinguish you from game.
- Especially avoid black, white and blue.
- Be careful where you use you use a game caller. If you can fool an animal into thinking you're game, you may also fool a real person.
Safety Tips While Camping
There are also things to consider if you've purchased outdoor equipment used for camping.
- Before you pack up your camping equipment following a trip, check it over carefully. There are certain things, such as snakes or spiders, you probably would rather leave behind.
- Store food up high where wildlife can't get to it.
- If you encounter a dangerous animal, don't panic. Slowly walk backwards away and avoid staring it in the eye. Raise your arms over your head to appear larger. The most important things: Don't run (it makes you look like prey) and don't scream or make any sudden movements (itmakes you look like a threat).
And remember, trust Keen's Tackle and Guns for the best
hunting equipment you'll find in the UK. For more tips or product information, call 01656 720807.
