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You are using the still-hunting strategy. How much time should you spend walking versus standing still and observing?
You are using the still-hunting strategy. How much time should you spend walking versus standing still and observing?
- Stand still ten times as much as you walk (correct)
- Stand still equally as much as you walk
- Walk ten times as much as you stand still
- It doesn't matter
To take game and minimize its suffering, what must you know about the animal you are hunting?
To take game and minimize its suffering, what must you know about the animal you are hunting?
its anatomy
After field dressing game, take steps to protect the meat. One of these steps is?
After field dressing game, take steps to protect the meat. One of these steps is?
cover the body with cheesecloth to keep it clean
What shot angle should be avoided by bowhunters because the vital areas are protected by bone?
What shot angle should be avoided by bowhunters because the vital areas are protected by bone?
How should you mark a blood trail when you are tracking a wounded animal?
How should you mark a blood trail when you are tracking a wounded animal?
You wait for game while sitting or standing in one spot. This hunting strategy is called?
You wait for game while sitting or standing in one spot. This hunting strategy is called?
Aside from being a good marksman, what is the key to making a clean kill?
Aside from being a good marksman, what is the key to making a clean kill?
Which shot angle rarely results in a clean kill, ruins a lot of meat, and provides an animal the best opportunity to detect the hunter?
Which shot angle rarely results in a clean kill, ruins a lot of meat, and provides an animal the best opportunity to detect the hunter?
What is the first responsibility of the hunter once an animal has been shot?
What is the first responsibility of the hunter once an animal has been shot?
Three factors contribute to spoiled meat after game is harvested. One of these factors is?
Three factors contribute to spoiled meat after game is harvested. One of these factors is?
You are handling a firearm to another person, when do you let go of the gun?
You are handling a firearm to another person, when do you let go of the gun?
There are four main causes of hunting incidents. Which cause is most likely to lead to accidental discharges and stray shots?
There are four main causes of hunting incidents. Which cause is most likely to lead to accidental discharges and stray shots?
There are several ways to carry a gun. The trail carry?
There are several ways to carry a gun. The trail carry?
You are hunting with others. Which two factors are most important in choosing how to carry your firearm?
You are hunting with others. Which two factors are most important in choosing how to carry your firearm?
You are carrying a firearm. Before crossing a fence, the first thing you should do is?
You are carrying a firearm. Before crossing a fence, the first thing you should do is?
You need to clear an obstruction from your firearm. What is the proper tool to use?
You need to clear an obstruction from your firearm. What is the proper tool to use?
What is the first step for both loading and unloading a firearm?
What is the first step for both loading and unloading a firearm?
What is the recommended way to transport a firearm?
What is the recommended way to transport a firearm?
Which of the following is a factor in determining a zone-of-fire?
Which of the following is a factor in determining a zone-of-fire?
A hunter who drinks alcohol before or during the hunt is more likely to?
A hunter who drinks alcohol before or during the hunt is more likely to?
You are passing a firearm to another person. What should you do before unloading the firearm?
You are passing a firearm to another person. What should you do before unloading the firearm?
There are several ways to carry a firearm. Which technique should you use when you may need to fire quickly?
There are several ways to carry a firearm. Which technique should you use when you may need to fire quickly?
Three hunters are walking single file. Which of the following would be safe?
Three hunters are walking single file. Which of the following would be safe?
Always unload a firearm before?
Always unload a firearm before?
You stumble in the field. The barrel of your firearm dips into the ground. You follow the steps to check for an obstruction in the firearm. After pointing the muzzle in a safe direction, what is the NEXT step?
You stumble in the field. The barrel of your firearm dips into the ground. You follow the steps to check for an obstruction in the firearm. After pointing the muzzle in a safe direction, what is the NEXT step?
You are unloading your firearm. You start by pointing the muzzle in a safe direction. What is the NEXT step you should take?
You are unloading your firearm. You start by pointing the muzzle in a safe direction. What is the NEXT step you should take?
Which of the following describes safe handling of a firearm?
Which of the following describes safe handling of a firearm?
You are hunting in a group. It is safe for you to shoot in the area called the?
You are hunting in a group. It is safe for you to shoot in the area called the?
What is the effect of alcohol on the skills and abilities needed to hunt safely and responsibly?
What is the effect of alcohol on the skills and abilities needed to hunt safely and responsibly?
You remove a firearm from its storage location in your home. How should you handle the firearm?
You remove a firearm from its storage location in your home. How should you handle the firearm?
Safety rule violations can cause hunting incidents. An example of a safety rule violation is?
Safety rule violations can cause hunting incidents. An example of a safety rule violation is?
There are several ways to carry a firearm. The elbow carry?
There are several ways to carry a firearm. The elbow carry?
Three hunters are walking side by side. Which of the following would be safe?
Three hunters are walking side by side. Which of the following would be safe?
When should a firearm be unloaded?
When should a firearm be unloaded?
You need to check for an obstruction in your firearm. What is the first step you should take?
You need to check for an obstruction in your firearm. What is the first step you should take?
You are loading your firearm. You start by pointing the muzzle in a safe direction and putting the safety on. What should you do next?
You are loading your firearm. You start by pointing the muzzle in a safe direction and putting the safety on. What should you do next?
What is the safest way to transport a firearm?
What is the safest way to transport a firearm?
The zone-of-fire in front of each hunter spans about?
The zone-of-fire in front of each hunter spans about?
There are four main causes of hunting incidents. Which cause is most likely to lead to mistaking another person for game?
There are four main causes of hunting incidents. Which cause is most likely to lead to mistaking another person for game?
There are several ways to carry a gun. The shoulder carry is a good choice?
There are several ways to carry a gun. The shoulder carry is a good choice?
Choose the true statement about alcohol and hunting.
Choose the true statement about alcohol and hunting.
When should a hunter wear a fall-arrest system?
When should a hunter wear a fall-arrest system?
You need to haul your firearm into a tree stand. What is the first step you should take?
You need to haul your firearm into a tree stand. What is the first step you should take?
Two hunters are duck hunting in a boat. What is the safest position?
Two hunters are duck hunting in a boat. What is the safest position?
Which of the following is a symptom of hypothermia?
Which of the following is a symptom of hypothermia?
How should a hang-on stand be secured?
How should a hang-on stand be secured?
What should be worn at all times while climbing a tree or a tree stand?
What should be worn at all times while climbing a tree or a tree stand?
What is the recommended method for attaching a haul line to a firearm?
What is the recommended method for attaching a haul line to a firearm?
You are getting ready to carry a firearm on a boat. What is the first step you should take?
You are getting ready to carry a firearm on a boat. What is the first step you should take?
HELP refers to the position you should assume in cold water. What does HELP stand for?
HELP refers to the position you should assume in cold water. What does HELP stand for?
Which is a type of portable stand?
Which is a type of portable stand?
Which method is recommended for climbing a tree to enter an elevated stand?
Which method is recommended for climbing a tree to enter an elevated stand?
An example of safe and ethical operation of an all-terrain vehicle is?
An example of safe and ethical operation of an all-terrain vehicle is?
What should you do if you fall overboard into cold water?
What should you do if you fall overboard into cold water?
Which platform allows a hunter to walk a stand up a tree using two separate climbing devices for the hands and feet?
Which platform allows a hunter to walk a stand up a tree using two separate climbing devices for the hands and feet?
Which is the safest device to use while climbing a tree or in a tree stand?
Which is the safest device to use while climbing a tree or in a tree stand?
Two duck hunters are seated back-to-back in a boat. How large is the zone-of-fire for each hunter?
Two duck hunters are seated back-to-back in a boat. How large is the zone-of-fire for each hunter?
What do hang-on stands require?
What do hang-on stands require?
Which type of elevated stand does not need a tree?
Which type of elevated stand does not need a tree?
The rule of fair chase addresses?
The rule of fair chase addresses?
What is one way to find the rules and regulations for the specific species you plan to hunt?
What is one way to find the rules and regulations for the specific species you plan to hunt?
Hunting laws preserve wildlife. Hunter ethics preserve?
Hunting laws preserve wildlife. Hunter ethics preserve?
How can you show respect for other hunters?
How can you show respect for other hunters?
Hunters tend to pass through five stages of development. What is the focus during the shooting stage?
Hunters tend to pass through five stages of development. What is the focus during the shooting stage?
How do game conservation laws affect hunters?
How do game conservation laws affect hunters?
What type of information would you find in a hunting regulations publication?
What type of information would you find in a hunting regulations publication?
How can hunters make a positive impact and improve their image?
How can hunters make a positive impact and improve their image?
Landowners often complain that hunters?
Landowners often complain that hunters?
Hunters tend to pass through five stages of development. What is the focus during the limiting-out stage?
Hunters tend to pass through five stages of development. What is the focus during the limiting-out stage?
Why were hunting laws passed?
Why were hunting laws passed?
Where can you find the hunting regulations for the area where you plan to hunt?
Where can you find the hunting regulations for the area where you plan to hunt?
Aldo Leopold is the father of wildlife management. He once defined ethical behavior as doing the right thing when no one else is watching, even when?
Aldo Leopold is the father of wildlife management. He once defined ethical behavior as doing the right thing when no one else is watching, even when?
How can you show respect for non-hunters?
How can you show respect for non-hunters?
Hunters tend to pass through five stages of development. What is the focus during the sportsman stage?
Hunters tend to pass through five stages of development. What is the focus during the sportsman stage?
Why were hunting regulations passed?
Why were hunting regulations passed?
Some hunting behaviors are governed by hunting laws. Other behaviors have to do with ethics. Which of the following behaviors is a LEGAL issue rather than an ethical issue?
Some hunting behaviors are governed by hunting laws. Other behaviors have to do with ethics. Which of the following behaviors is a LEGAL issue rather than an ethical issue?
Hunters tend to pass through five stages of development. What is the focus during the trophy stage?
Hunters tend to pass through five stages of development. What is the focus during the trophy stage?
What group sets hunting regulations in most states?
What group sets hunting regulations in most states?
How can you show respect for natural resources?
How can you show respect for natural resources?
Hunters tend to pass through five stages of development. What is the focus during the method stage?
Hunters tend to pass through five stages of development. What is the focus during the method stage?
Which of the following describes a proper way to prepare for a hunting trip?
Which of the following describes a proper way to prepare for a hunting trip?
When you go on a hunting trip, you should leave a hunting plan with someone you trust. What information should the plan include?
When you go on a hunting trip, you should leave a hunting plan with someone you trust. What information should the plan include?
Which material provides warmth even when wet?
Which material provides warmth even when wet?
Why should hunters wear daylight fluorescent orange clothing?
Why should hunters wear daylight fluorescent orange clothing?
What do all good orienteering compasses have?
What do all good orienteering compasses have?
What is the international emergency signal for distress?
What is the international emergency signal for distress?
What is the best way to purify water?
What is the best way to purify water?
Which of the following is a proper way to treat frostbite?
Which of the following is a proper way to treat frostbite?
While outdoors, you drink plenty of water, take frequent breaks, and shed layers as you warm up. These are steps to prevent?
While outdoors, you drink plenty of water, take frequent breaks, and shed layers as you warm up. These are steps to prevent?
What is the correct treatment for shock?
What is the correct treatment for shock?
You are planning a hunt that will involve strenuous physical activity. Well in advance of the hunt, you should begin to?
You are planning a hunt that will involve strenuous physical activity. Well in advance of the hunt, you should begin to?
What information on your hunting plan can help law enforcement officials find you?
What information on your hunting plan can help law enforcement officials find you?
Choose the true statement about dressing in layers.
Choose the true statement about dressing in layers.
What is the hunter's most important item of clothing?
What is the hunter's most important item of clothing?
You are hiking into unfamiliar terrain. What is the best way to keep your bearings?
You are hiking into unfamiliar terrain. What is the best way to keep your bearings?
What is the proper way to start a fire?
What is the proper way to start a fire?
How much water do you need each day?
How much water do you need each day?
Which of the following is the best way to prevent hypothermia?
Which of the following is the best way to prevent hypothermia?
After spending several hours outdoors, your skin is pale and clammy. Your mouth is dry. You feel weak and have muscle cramps. These are symptoms of?
After spending several hours outdoors, your skin is pale and clammy. Your mouth is dry. You feel weak and have muscle cramps. These are symptoms of?
What is the correct treatment for first-degree or second-degree burns with closed blisters?
What is the correct treatment for first-degree or second-degree burns with closed blisters?
Study Notes
Hunting Strategies and Skills
- Utilize the still-hunting strategy by standing still ten times longer than walking to increase observation time.
- Understanding the anatomy of the animal being hunted is crucial for taking game and minimizing suffering.
- Effective tracking of a wounded animal involves marking the blood trail with fluorescent orange flagging.
- A quartering-toward shot angle should be avoided due to bone protection over vital areas, especially for bowhunters.
- For a safe hunting experience while waiting, a standing or sitting position, known as posting, is recommended.
Firearm Safety
- Always maintain muzzle control and unload firearms when crossing fences or rugged terrain.
- Point the muzzle in a safe direction as the first step for both loading and unloading firearms.
- Proper transport of firearms requires them to be unloaded and cased.
- When passing a firearm, communicate clearly with the other person and turn away to ensure safety.
Ethical Hunting Practices
- Hunter ethics emphasize respecting wildlife, fellow hunters, and preserving the opportunity to hunt for future generations.
- Make sure to follow game laws and regulations to show respect for natural resources.
- Hunting laws are designed to conserve wildlife and promote safe hunting practices.
Group Hunting Safety
- In group hunting, maintain safe zones of fire. For example, a hunter seated back-to-back with another has a zone of fire that spans 180 degrees.
- The zone-of-fire in front of each hunter typically spans about 45 degrees, maintaining awareness to prevent incidents.
Cold Weather and Survival Tips
- Wearing a fall-arrest system is essential when hunting in elevated positions or climbing.
- In cold water, the HELP position, or heat escape lessening posture, is critical for conserving body heat.
- Treat frostbite by warming the affected area using dry, warm clothing and helping to prevent hypothermia by avoiding dangerous weather.
Health and Safety Precautions
- Clean kills require patience; alcohol consumption impairs coordination and judgment, increasing the risk of hunting incidents.
- Stay hydrated by consuming two to four quarts of water daily to prevent heat exhaustion, recognizing its symptoms like pale skin and muscle cramps.
Clothing and Equipment
- Daylight fluorescent orange outerwear is vital for visibility to other hunters, enhancing safety.
- Layers are crucial for insulation; start a fire by gathering more firewood than anticipated to ensure ample fuel.
Planning and Preparation
- Create a hunting plan detailing location and expected return time, including contacts for law enforcement if needed.
- Equip yourself adequately by checking hunting regulations for the specific area and species, accessible through wildlife agency websites.
Developing as a Hunter
- Recognize the five stages of hunter development: shooting, method, limiting-out (bagging limit), trophy (quality over quantity), and sportsman (the total experience).
- Ethical behavior as defined by Aldo Leopold emphasizes doing the right thing even when not monitored, reinforcing the importance of integrity in hunting practices.
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