Safety
Equipment
Important
100

what should you do before going out near water on a SUNNY day?

Apply sunscreen!

100

On a standard fishing pole do you spin the reel clockwise or counter-clockwise to reel in?

clockwise.

100

What is important to do while fishing in a GROUP?

The Buddy system.

200

How do you treat a blister? Should you pop it?

(multiple answers)*

answers : moleskin, bandage, any form of protection*

and don't pop it.

200

When attaching a hook to a fishing pole is it best to be loose or tight?

Tight

200

If you see someone fall in the water should you go in alone or quickly get help?

there are many arguments to be made, but getting help and attempting rescue from there is the safest to prevent further danger.

300

How do you treat heatstroke?

(three steps)*

1. call 911

2. cool down through removing layers or wet towels

3. hydrate slowly over time

300

how do you hold a rod right handed while casting?

right hand on the stem of the rod parallel to the reel and left hand at the but

300

When fishing by water is it easier or harder to get sunburn?

It is easier as the water reflects light back onto you.
400

what is a hazard you would likely face while fishing?

(multiple answers)*

any of the following works : hooks, wildlife, sunburn, cuts / scrapes, dehydration, heatstroke, or bug bites.

400

What is the point of a lure?

To look and move in the water like common prey of some fish.

400

How far away should you be from someone casting?

answers : 20 - 30 meters

500

to prevent dehydration how much water should you drink per day?

3.7 liters per day.

500

when using a fishing rod do the eyes / loops of the rod face up or down?

down.

500

How do you remove a barbed hook?

push down and out to avoid reckless damage from ripping out the barb.

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