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In 1949, New York asked the National Rifle Association for help to improve hunter safety afield. The four-hour course that followed was a “pioneer effort” that has saved lives ever since. Today, no one can imagine American hunting without hunter education as a prudent rite of passage.

Any hunter that hunts from a stand or any other elevated platform must wear a safety harness.

Hunters armed with the wisdom of age plan for eventualities like ailments, first-aid emergencies and remote communication. Everyone else should heed sage advice if they want to become an old hunter.

Here are a few tips to ensure your four-legged hunting companion stays as safe as possible in the field.

Former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg will spend $50 million to spread his gun-control agenda across the country with his newly formed group, Everytown for Gun Safety.

Adventure Medical Kits offers intelligently designed, professional grade first aid supply packs for most any situation. The company’s Sportsman Series offers kits specifically designed to address unexpected injuries and illness in the backcountry.

Ruger has issued a Product Safety Bulletin for certain Ruger Precision Rifles due to the potential for interference between the aluminum bolt shroud and the cocking piece (also known as the firing pin back).

Shooting firearms at the range or on the hunt is an enjoyable and safe activity. Guarantee participant well-being with safety gear that fits and works correctly. Would you skydive without a parachute? No, so don’t shoot without proper safety measures.

With hunting seasons opening or about to open, September’s annual National Tree Stand Safety Awareness Month is the ideal time to brush up on what you need to know about hunting from a tree.