Hunter Safety

types of sights

For a firearm, the terms "open", "aperture", and "bead" refer to what?

45

How many degrees does a hunter's zone-of-fire span?

sight alignment

Lining up the front and rear sight is called ___________.

Large numbers of waterfowl are dying from eating lead shot.

Non-toxic shot is used throughout the United States to hunt waterfowl because:

U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service

State wildlife agencies receive federal aid for hunting related projects. Which agency provides this aid?

Treat every gun as if it was loaded

The Primary Rule of gun safety is _______________________.

Action

The _______________ is the heart of the firearm - the moving part that load, fire, and eject the shells or cartridges. Several types of actions are used in modern firearms. Muzzleloaders have locks instead of actions.

Produce safe, knowledgeable, responsible, and involved hunters.

The purpose of the Hunter Education Program is to _____________.

Fletching

This part of an arrow makes it spiral in flight and pattern better.

International emergency signal for distress

Three fires evenly spaced is an ___________________.

Everyone who has reason to handle firearms

To whom are the rules of safe gun handling most important?

to improve the chances of a successful hunt

What is a reason to plan and prepare for a hunting trip?

choosing ammunition that is correct for the firearm

What is critical when selecting the ammunition for a firearm?

hitting the target accurately and consistently

What is good marksmanship?

Bullet

What is part 1.

a large dirt bank without any rocks or debris

What is the best backstop for shooting a rifle or pistil when a range is not available?

Primer

What is the part in this picture labeled 4?

always wear a personal floatation device

When hunting from a boat, you should: __________.

Wearing red, white, black or blue clothing.

When turkey hunting, what is a dangerous thing to wear?

A conservation ranger

Which enforcement officer has the primary responsibility to enforce hunting laws?

Full

Which shotgun choke is commonly used for hunting turkey?

lead

Which type of shotgun pellets are illegal for waterfowl hunting in the U.S.?

telescopic

Which type of sight eliminates the need to align rear and front sights?

during all "firearms" seasons for deer, even if you are bow hunting.

While hunting deer in Georgia, when are you required to wear 500 square inches of blaze orange?

back to back

Zone of Fire in a Boat - Use the ______________________ position with a 180 degree area in front of each hunter.

Hypothermia

___________ can happen on cold days, when you are wet and when it is windy and you are dressed lightly.

a safety on a firearm

__________________ is a mechanical device on a firearm that may fail and it should be used until you are actually ready to shoot. It is usually dependable, but should not be considered foolproof.

Broadside

__________________ is the preferred shot angle for both firearm and bow hunters for larger game animals such as elk, deer, and bear.

International emergency signal for distress

three blasts of a whistle.

International emergency signal for distress

three shots is an ________________.

The shell could cause an obstruction in the barrel

A 20-gauge shell is placed in a 12-gauge shotgun. What could happen?

secure themselves to the tree with a safety belt or harness and use a cord to pull up the bow and quiver to the tree stand.

A bow hunter using a tree stand should _________________.

Muzzle

A firearm safety rule is always keep the __________ pointed in a safe direction.

Loaded

A firearm safety rule is handle all firearms as if they are __________, even when you "know" they are not.

500 square inches

A hunter, and anyone accompanying the hunter, must wear as an outer garment at least ______________________ of visible hunter orange above the waist (which may include a head covering) when hunting: • deer during the primitive weapons or firearms deer season • bear during the primitive weapons or firearms bear seasons • feral hogs during firearms deer season

doing the wrong thing is legal

Aldo Leopold once said, "Ethical behavior is doing the right thing when no one else is watching-even when ______." Which phrase correctly completes this statement?

rifling

Bullets spin when shot from a rifle or handgun. What causes this spinning?

by following game laws and regulations

How can you show respect for natural resources?

unload and place the gun on the other side of the fence, then reload after you have crossed the fence

How should a firearm be handled when crossing a fence while you are alone?

use fluorescent orange flagging

How should you mark a blood trail when you are tracking a wounded animal?

Shoot a group of 3-5 shots

The best way to "sight in" a rifle to get your bullets to hit the center of a target is: ________________, then move your rear sight or crosshairs in the direction you want the bullets to move to hit in the center of the target.

number of animals the habitat can support

The carrying capacity of an area is the ________.

uncontrolled shivering

The earliest symptom of hypothermia is ________.

True

True or False. "Zones of fire" are the directions you and your friends may safely shoot.

True

True or False. A safe hunter will "treat every gun as if it were loaded."

True

True or False. Hunters are "conservationists" because we use natural resources wisely so that they are available in the future.

False

True or False. It is okay to carry your firearm with your finger on the trigger as long as the safety is on.

True

True or False. While in a tree stand, you should wear a "Body Harness" at all times to avoid accidental falls.

case, gunpowder, projectile, and primer

What are the basic parts of ammunition used for modern rifles and handguns?

ears and eyes

What body parts should have protection whenever you shoot any firearm?

ready or two handed carry position.

What carry position is this?

fluorescent orange

What color is the safest choice for hunting clothing and the hunters most important item of clothing?

practice

What is a good building block of good markmanship?

Match the information on the firearm's barrel to the information on the ammunition before you shoot.

What is the best way to make sure you have the proper ammunition for your firearm?

It is a device that blocks the action form shooting until it is released.

What is the definition of a firearm safety?

point the muzzle in a safe direction

What is the first step for both loading and unloading a firearm?

to select ammunition with the best performance

Why do hunters pattern their shotguns?

to increase your accuracy

Why should you aim with your dominant eye?

keep the muzzleloader pointed in a safe direction, preferably downrange.

You are shooting a muzzleloader. A hang fire happens, What should you do?

Shotgun barrels usually have a smooth bore, and rifle barrels always have lands and grooves.

what is the major difference between a rifle and a shotgun?

Beyond

A firearm safety rule is be sure of your target and the area _________ it.

Habitat

An environment that supplies wildlife with food, water, cover, and space is called a ____________.

the hunter did not properly identify the target

What does it indicate when someone is mistaken for game?

food, water, cover, space, and arrangement

What five essential elements must be present to provide a proper habitat for wildlife?

A hunter can help control wildlife populations by harvesting surplus animals.

What is the hunter's role in wildlife conservation?

unloaded and cased

What is the safest way to transport a firearm in a vehicle?

first aid kit

What should prepared hunters carry with them for outdoor emergencies?

The firearm should fulfill the legal requirements for caliber and gauge

What should you check before choosing a firearm for hunting?

Hold on to the firearm and control the muzzle

What should you do if you stumble and fall while carrying a firearm?

to help maintain and support wildlife and hunting

Why are hunting laws established?

Pump action shotgun

What type of action is this?

requirements for hunting licenses and permits

What type of information would you most likely find in a hunting regulations resource?

Approach the landowner well ahead of the date you plan to hunt at a time that is convenient for them and ask for permission in writing.

When approaching a private landowner for permission to hunt, it is a good idea to ___________.

Length of shotshell

When matching shotshell to a shotgun, you must check to ensure you have the correct gauge and _______.

whenever the hunter is off the ground

When should a hunter wear a full-arrest system?

where you will be hunting and when you will return

When you go on a hunting trip, you should leave a hunting plan with someone you trust. What information should the plan include?

tie it to the sling

What is the recommended method for attaching a haul line to a firearm?

the animal must be useful and plentiful

What must be true for an animal to be classified as legal game?

vital organs

What part of the game animal is the most effective place to shoot?

black powder or a synthetic substitute

What powder is the only kind that should be used in a muzzleloader?

Ammunition should be locked away from firearms, should be unloaded and stored under lock and key.

What safety rules should be followed when storing firearms at home?

Stop by the landowners' home, thank them, and offer to share your harvest.

What should a hunter do after being allowed to hunt on private land?

True

True or False. The Pittman-Roberson Act places a tax on archery equipment, firearms, and ammunition.

True

True or False. The choke in a shotgun barrel controls the spread of shot as it leaves the muzzle.

True

True or False. The three main reasons we enforce hunting laws are to provide equal opportunity for all hunters, to protect and conserve game species, and to ensure the safety of the public.

When possible, field strip the firearm following the owner's manual and clean each part separately.

What is the best way to clean a firearm?

to make sure the natural resources are used and managed wisely

What is the main focus of wildlife conservation?

learning about the game you will be hunting

What is the most critical step when preparing for a hunt?

Pittman-Robertson Act

______________________________ was approved by congress in 1937. The act provides funding for the selection, restoration, and improvement of wildlife habitat and for wildlife management research.