How should shotgun shells and ammo be transported?

• A. In a secure, dry container away from heat and out of firearms, ideally separate from the gun.
• B. Carried loose in pockets.
• C. In a wet bag near the firearm.
• D. In the same firearm chamber.

Answer: (A)

Transporting shotgun shells safely centers on keeping ammunition dry, secure, and separate from firearms. Use a sturdy, dry container and keep it away from heat sources, and ideally away from the gun itself. This reduces moisture damage, prevents accidental ignition, and minimizes the risk of losing or mishandling ammunition during transport.

Carrying shells loose in pockets is unsafe because they can be damaged, lost, or contaminated, and the pockets don’t protect them from moisture or impact. A wet bag near the firearm invites moisture into the ammunition and keeps it close to potential hazards. Storing ammunition in the same firearm chamber is dangerous and often illegal, because it leaves the firearm in a loaded state during transport, increasing the chance of an accidental discharge.