Lonicia O’John (14) shoulders a 20-2 and takes aim at the paper targets during ‘Range Day’ on Wednesday, Sept. 23 at the Southern Ute Shooting Range, as part of the Hunter Safety classes sponsored by the Southern Ute Wildlife Department.
Fire-starting is an important survival tool, and may save a stranded hunters life, as brothers Tristan (left) and Cadelle (right) try to start a fire using a battery and fine steel wool.
Although accuracy is important in hunting, ‘Range Day’ is more about proper gun handling and safety. Ben Zimmerman shows Carlos Lovato, 12, where his shots hit the target.