Deer Hunting
What time of day are whitetail deer most active?
Early morning and late evening
What part of the day is usually best for spring turkey hunting?
Early morning.
What 2 kinds of equipment is necessary for fishing?
fishing pole with line, hooks/bait
What is the first thing you should do if you get lost in the woods?
Stay calm and stay put.
What is a "scrape" and why do bucks make them?
A bare patch of ground made by a buck to mark territory and attract does.
What is the loud call male turkeys make during mating season called?
gobble
What kind of bait do bass commonly eat?
Worms, minnows, or artificial lures.
What should you bring to purify water in the wilderness?
Water purification tablets or a filter.
What is the best broadside shot placement for a quick, ethical harvest?
Just behind the front shoulder.
What is the most ethical shot placement when hunting a turkey with a shotgun?
the head and the neck
What type of knot is best for securing a hook?
Improved clinch knot.
What is one use for a space blanket in a survival situation?
To retain body heat.
What piece of equipment helps hunters see deer from a distance in low light?
Binoculars or a scope.
What is the term for a turkey call made by dragging a peg across a round surface?
a slate call
What part of the fish helps them maintain balance and change direction in water?
Fins.
What does a compass needle always point toward?
Magnetic North.
What is the term for deer movement triggered by seasonal changes, often increasing hunting success?
The rut.
What are the three main types of turkey calls hunters use?
Mouth (diaphragm), box, and slate calls.
What is one way to legally measure if a fish is a keeper in NY State?
Use a ruler/tape to check if the fish meets the minimum length requirement.
What is the rule of threes in survival?
3 minutes without air, 3 hours without shelter, 3 days without water, 3 weeks without food.