When the outside temperature gauge on my vehicle registers 108 degrees as it did here recently, I pay attention.
We Americans are going through a nasty heat wave all over the country. I’ve always preferred outdoor ranges to indoor, but this summer I’m limiting my “gun in the sun” time as best I can. I’ve been a firearms instructor for a long time, and as much as we focus on gun safety, the one thing that has most often caused us to summon an ambulance to the range is heat prostration.
Take advantage of shade and protective garments. Remember electrolytes. Stay hydrated! I urge my students to keep a water bottle or some Gatorade right with their ammo supply, and when they refill their magazines to refill their internal water tank.
Be careful out there…
Sound advice Mas.
Great suggestions Mas. Staying ahead on hydration is key. I start serious fluid intake the day before outdoor matches or shooting, as well as throughout the day. I had success with a light weight long sleeve Wind Rider fishing shirt last Saturday. It actually felt cool as sweat evaporated. Having a portable fan helped as well. I made lots of new friends with the fan.