Game and Parks offers tips for hunting seasons

Pheasant, quail and partridge seasons are quickly approaching. Youth season is set for Oct. 19-20 and the general season opens Oct. 26.

Use these safety tips as you hit the fields this fall:

• Treat every firearm as if it is loaded, and never assume it isn't.

• Always point the muzzle of your shotgun in a safe direction, away from people, structures, vehicles, roadways and any direction that could cause injury or damage.

• Be sure to identify your target, what's beyond it and what's in front of it. Don't swing your muzzle on game outside of your safe zone of fire.

• Keep your finger outside th...