Advanced Techniques:

Muzzleloader Safety

Your responsibilities with black powder 

• Safely store and handle black powder or Pyrodex
• Handle guns in a safe and responsible manner
• Store, load and fire muzzleloading firearms
• Safely unload or discharge muzzleloading firearms
• Properly clean and maintain firearms
• Use eye and ear protection
• Remember that the effective range of most muzzleloaders is seldom beyond 100 yards

Remember these very important precautions!

• Never expose black powder to open flame
• Never store black powder in steel, iron or other material that can spark
• Never blow down the barrel of a gun
• Never pour powder directly from the flask or horn into the barrel
• Never use smokeless powder in a muzzleloader unless specifically designed for smokelss powder (see manufacturer's recommendations)