I'm hoping to get some oppinions on how to properly tote or sling a long barreled weapon innawoods. I personally use a pump shotgun, and have a fairly decent sling- but my question is this: with a backpack on, what is a safe, effective way to carry a long barreled weapon off the trail? I'd like to keep water and dirt out of my weapon, and stay safe (and considerate of my own safety and the safety of others), but still have it at the ready in case of an "oh shit!" situation. I like to have my hands free, too- but I feel like you can't have your cake and eat it to. Any /k/ommandos have a certain method?
Hanging in front? Low Ready? Barrel up? Barrel down? At one side? The over-the-shoulder boulder holder? Above the head while running with high knees? Mounted on helmet with a string attached to the trigger? I just don't know.