A CHUM SPORT

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(A word association for the Ten Commandments used in the North Dakota Hunter Education program)

1. ALCOHOL – Avoid the use of alcohol or other mood altering drugs before or while shooting.
2. CLIMB – Never climb a fence or tree, or jump a ditch or log, with a loaded firearm.
3. HARD – Never shoot a bullet at a flat, hard surface or water.
4. UNLOAD – Unload firearms when not in use. Leave actions open.
5. MUZZLE – Control the direction of your firearm's muzzle.
6. STORE – Store firearms and ammunition separately.
7. POINT – Never point a firearm at anything you do not want to shoot.
8. OBSTRUCTION – Be sure the barrel and action are clear of obstructions and that you have only the ammunition of proper size for the firearm you are carrying.
9. RESPECT – Treat every firearm with the same respect due a loaded firearm.
10. TARGET – Identify your target and what is beyond it.