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As spring rapidly approaches in Southern California, reliable. ¿UHDUPWRDFHUWL¿HGJXQVPLWK
more and more people will enjoy outdoor shooting ranges
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Tunnel vision can lead to the death or injury of a bystander regularly.
Recreational shooting can be enjoyed by all ages, but it is
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safety concerns that must be addressed in order to have a fun is paramount. JXQVPLWKVKRXOGPDNHPRGL¿FDWLRQV6HUYLFHVKRXOGEHFRQ-
event while minimizing the risk of injury. ducted in accordance with the owner’s manual, at an interval
5. Use proper ammunition. set by the manufacturer.
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both experienced and new gun owners some of the basic 10. Learn mechanics and handling characteristics of your
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that you can enjoy a safe day at the range. of ammunition together in the same container. The use of
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A recent study by the National Shooting Sports Foundation with care.
found that 600 Americans die from unintentional shootings Hundreds of Americans die each year from unintentional
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tion or not wearing proper personal protective equipment. SODFHWKHXQ¿UHGURXQGLQDPLV¿UHFRQWDLQHU$WDQDSSURYHG arms related mishap. Of course, when you are not shooting,
BLM shooting area, remove the round from the area. Clear the best way to keep your family safe is through the use of
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prevent injuries or deaths are to follow the 10 Rules of Fire- FHUWL¿HGJXQVPLWKLIWKLVSUREOHPSHUVLVWV and ammunition separately.
arm Safety, derived from The Ten Commandments of Fire-
arm Safety by the Remington Arms Company: 7. Always wear eye, ear protection when shooting. You should also use a trigger lock or cable lock to pre-
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This is the most important safety rule and still applies even wearer from eye injuries caused by unburned powder and Desert Inn residents are required to store firearms in the
expended brass casings as well as protecting the eyes in the 412th Security Forces Squadron armory.
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tection prevents hearing loss associated with the proximity The change in weather will bring out more recreational
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bels. Hearing loss is permanent. day at the range.
in a secure location away from ammunition at home to pre-
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The lives of you and your loved ones should not be placed

in the hands of a safety. Firearm safeties are not 100 percent

Desert High Scorpions Mary’s Place Menu (Bldg. 1600)

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All Specials $7.89--Drink not included

Lunch Specials Dinner Specials
10:30 a.m-1 p.m. 5-8 p.m.

Cabbage roll Monday Chicken cordon bleu
White rice and vegetables Tuesday Mashed potatoes and gravy
Vegetables
Chicken parmesan
Egg noodles and vegetables Taco salad

Orange chicken Wednesday
Fried rice and egg roll
Orange chicken
Spaghetti and meatballs Fried rice and egg roll
Side salad
Courtesy photograph Garlic bread Thursday

Desert High Scorpions varsity wrestling team members (left to right) LeAaron Santos, Baked cod or fried cat fish Salisbury steak
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in Corona, Calif. Hushpuppies or vegetables Vegetables

Three wrestlers on the Desert High Scorpions varsity wrestling team will compete Menu subject to change Friday
in the California Interscholastic Federation championships Feb. 19 in Corona, Calif.
Baked cod or fried catfish
The students are competing after winning in their weight classes at the Freelance Macaroni and cheese
League Finals hosted by Calvary Chapel Christian School in Downey, Feb. 12. Hushpuppies or vegetables

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in his weight class. Freshman Charles Martinez was unopposed at 120 pounds and
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2015 Freelance League Champion and defeated his opponent with a pin at 1:15 into the
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