Selecting the Right Carry When Hunting With Others

Carry selection is based primarily on muzzle control and terrain.

If three hunters are walking side by side, the ones at the sides may carry their guns pointing either to the side away from their party or to the front. The one in the center should keep the gun pointing to the front or up.

If three hunters are walking single file, the one in the lead should have the gun pointed ahead but never over the shoulder. The one in the middle must have the gun pointed to the side. The hunter in the rear may point the gun to either side or the rear.

When facing another hunter, any carry is safe except the trail carry or forward-facing elbow or side carry.

Remember that the same rules for safe carry apply when your hunting companion is a dog.

To determine the best way to line up, check with your hunting partners to see who is left-handed or right-handed and to find out each person's experience level.