Keep broadheads in a quiver, especially when negotiating rough terrain.
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- Obey archery and field safety rules at all times while bowhunting.
- Hunt and shoot within your own physical limitations.
- Exercise regularly and stay in good shape, especially before strenuous
hunts.
- Let family or friends know exactly where you will be hunting.
- Transport equipment in protective cases to prevent damage.
- For airline travel, use a protective hard-sided case that can be
locked.
- Always carry broadheads in a sturdy quiver that fully covers razor-sharp
blades.
- Dress properly for the worst weather conditions you expect to encounter.
- Carry basic survival gear every time you go afield, even for short
hikes.
- Carry a flashlight, extra bulbs, and batteries.
- Always turn on your flashlight while walking to or from your tree
stand in low-light conditions.
- Make every effort to meet agreed-upon deadlines with your hunting
companions.
- Clearly identify the specific game animal you intend to shoot before
releasing an arrow.
- Do not shoot at an animal standing on a ridge top (a “skyline” shot)
where you can’t identify a safe background.
- Place arrows in a covered quiver prior to moving around in the field.
- Carefully cross barriers or obstacles with arrows securely in the
quiver.
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