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Which carry holds the gun in one hand, leaving the other hand free for balance?

The trail carry.

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  1. The cradle carry
  2. The trail carry ✔
  3. The two-hand carry

Why: The trail carry uses one arm to carry the firearm, so the other is free for balance. Because only one hand controls the gun, the muzzle must still point away from everyone. It is not a good carry in brushy areas.

Huh, didn't know that: Hunter education says to check your safety and chamber often while carrying, especially before crossing an obstacle.

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Answer: The trail carry. The trail carry uses one arm to carry the firearm, so the other is free for balance. Because only one hand controls the gun, the muzzle must still point away from everyone. It is not a good carry in brushy areas.

  1. TPWD Hunter Education, Safely Carrying Firearms tpwd.texas.gov/education/hunter-education/online-course/hunting-safety/safe-carries
    The trail carry uses one arm to carry the firearm, leaving the other free for balance.
    Checked 2026-10-08.
  2. CT DEEP Hunter Safety Exam Answer Key portal.ct.gov/-/media/DEEP/hunting_trapping/pdf_files/Hunter_Safety_Manual/ExamAnswerKey.pdf?la=en
    The trail carry is safe to use when walking through rough or brushy areas. False.
    Checked 2026-10-08.

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