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20 <br /> Section "e," referring to the erectment of signs indicating that the discharge of firearms is <br /> occurring raises several concerns as well. While at first glance this seems like a good idea and <br /> common sense, let's back up and take another look at this. While at first glance this seems <br /> like a good idea and common sense, let's back up and take another look at this. Erecting a <br /> sign every 100ft seems reasonable, again at first glance. Aside, on my allowed two days of <br /> target shooting does this still have to be done? Why would any reasonable gun safety <br /> advocate have an issue with this you may ask? For one, expense. I own a large parcel in <br /> Orange County. Having to erect a sign every 100ft around the perimeter of my property, <br /> calculates out to approximately 100 signs. A few minutes of internet searching yields some <br /> pricing results. The cost for durable (40 mil aluminum) signs, even in bulk, is over $11.00 per <br /> sign (plus tax!) over $1100.00 just for signs.... Honestly, these signs should be reflective <br /> aluminum since night shooting may occur, increasing that cost to over $18.50 per sign (now <br /> $1850+ not including tax!). Then I have to purchase materials to mount the signs, at least <br /> another $100.00 (and that's being really conservative about it). After that, I have to maintain <br /> each sign, ensure its upright, not missing, legible, etc. at all times. Wow. Not to mention, that <br /> this alone is an advertisement that firearms are kept on this the property, a great piece of <br /> knowledge for anyone interested in stealing something. Here's the other concern I have with <br /> this requirement. It is well known that "No Trespassing," laws are limited in their reach. My <br /> understanding is that even if a property is labeled, "No Trespassing," to a reasonable extent, a <br /> trespasser can simply state that they didn't see the sign and almost alleviate themselves of <br /> incrimination. My understanding is that this is one of the reasons why I, as a property owner, <br /> must maintain a large insurance policy on my property, in the event that I am sued for <br /> damages because someone was hurt or otherwise on my property— even if it was clearly and <br /> reasonably marked with "No Trespassing" signs. Which is the reason that it is not posted <br /> currently, it does me no good to do so. <br />