Hunting And Fishing Equipment Deserve Proper Care (NAPSA)—Most hunters and fishermen invest considerable time and money in their equipment. While having the proper gear doesn’t guarantee a successful outing, taking care of what you have can save you moneyand prevent that “big one” from getting away. Restore Old Equipment Before throwing out old equipment, first check to see if it can be easily cleaned or repaired. Often, with a little time and effort, you can help turn worn or weathered items back to being usable again. For fishing tackle, try using an old toothbrush and dishwashing liquid to scrub away dirt and grime. Use tweezers to pick up bent lures and bend them back in shape with a small set of pliers. For guns, you can use fine steel wool and a light oil to rub off rust spots and other marks. Store Items Properly Sports equipment can be fragile and cost a fortuneto replace. Makesure to store your gear in a safe place away from children. Always make sure your items are protected from moisture and humidity, and that wet items are stored separately. On the ride back after a fishing trip, you can throw wet lures into a Tupper- ware container. When you get home, simply dry the lures off with a paper towel and place them back into the tackle box. You can Protect hunting and fishing equipmentfrom rust and corrosion. also sprinkle baby powder on your tackle box’s trays and compartments to help absorb moisture and keep the box smelling fresh. Keep Gear Rust-Free Gun cases, tackle boxes and storage compartments are prone to housing rusty and corroded items. Hunters and fishermen who want to keep their equipment rust-free should use the 3-IN-ONE No-Rust Shield. Developed by WD-40 Company, it’s designed to be odorless and easy to use, and protects metals in enclosed spaces from rust and corrosion for up to 90 days. It works great in gun cases, tackle boxes, and boat and RV compartments, and doesn’t have any harmful effect on electrical, mechanical or chemical components. To learn more about the 3-IN- ONE No-Rust Shield, visit norust shield.com.
