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Two types of hunting seasons
General Open and Limited Entry.
5 ethical questions a hunter will ask him/herself before taking the shot. Name at least 3.
1. Is it safe to take the shot
2. Did I properly identify the animal
3. Is it legal to shoot this animal
4. Do I have a good kill shot
5. Can I recover the animal considering time of day and location.
What are 3 qualities your clothing must have
Provide insulation
Provide protection
Soak up sweat and be able to breathe
3 main parts of rifle and shotgun are
Stock, barrel and action
4 components of rifle ammunition
Primer - small metal cup filled with chemical mixture that explodes when hit
Powder - explosion ignites the powder
Bullet and cartridge (or case) - the pressure created from the powder will push out the bullet down the barrel
Four fundamental needs of all living things.
Food, water, shelter and space
There are many ethical guidelines for hunters and wildlife. Name at least 3.
Make sure your gun is properly sighted in.
Use appropriate gun and ammunition
Never shoot at a flock hoping to hit one
Make sure you have a clear shot
Make every effort to find the animal you shoot. Even if just injured.
don’t use illegal hunting methods. Always allow a “fair chase”
Only kill animals you are hunting. Never shoot at one for “target practice”
Never waste game meat.
Save usable parts of animal like antlers and hide to give to someone who will use them.
5 pieces of equipment you should have while on your hunting trip
Compass/GPS/map
Survival kit
First aid kit
Firearm and ammunition
Communication devices
The steadiest shooting position is
Prone
5 components of shotgun shell
Primer
Brass head
Powder charge
Wad
Shot
Hull
What is a carrying capacity?
Number of animals in an area, that the area will support without damage to the habitat or animals.
What is the first thing you do after shooting an animal.
Cancel your species licence.
What is the survival rule of 3
Can survive for:
3 minutes without air
3 hours in severe weather without shelter
3 days without water
3 weeks without food
6 different ways to safely carry your gun
Two handed (ready) carry
Craddle carry
Elbow (side) carry
Trail carry
Sling carry
Shoulder carry
When transporting your non-restricted firearm and you leave your vehicle to go into the store, what must you do:
It must be out of sight and contained in locked vehicle
What does succession mean?
Natural changes to habitat
Why should a killed animal or firearm never be displayed in public?
It could offend someone
What are the four main safe behaviours to practice while hunting
Plan your trip
Act with caution
Know where you are
Hunt with a partner
4 steps to safely cross a fence when alone
1. Unload firearm and leave action open (ACTS AND PROVE)
2. Place firearm on the ground under the fence with muzzle pointing away from you
3. Cross fence far enough away from firearm that if you fall you will not fall on gun
4. Retrieve firearm by approaching the stock end not muzzle and. ACTS AND PROVE AGAIN
What are the 4 different shooting positions
Sitting, kneeling, standing and prone
What is the difference between a Population and a Community
Population is one species living in an area and community is more than one species living and interacting together.
What are the 9 pledges a hunter has? Ie: The Hunter’s Pledge
Respect for environment and wildlife
Respect for property and landowners
Consideration for non hunters
Hunt safely
Know and obey the law
Support wildlife and habitat conservation
Pass on an ethical hunting tradition
Strive to improve outdoor skills and understanding of wildlife
Hunt only with ethical hunters
In an emergency or survival situation, what do the letters STOP mean
Stop moving
Think about the actions to use to increase your chance of survival
Observe your situation look for immediate hazards or resources you can work with
Plan your actions
What is acts and prove
A assume the gun is loaded
C control the direction of the muzzle
T remove your finger from around the trigger
S See that it is safe by proving it
P pointing the muzzle in a safe direction
R removing all ammunition
O observe the chamber
V verify the feeding path
E examine the bore
Name 4 different types of actions in non-restricted firearms
Hinge
Lever
Semi-automatic
Pump action