Colorado Hunter test-out exam study guide
Check your barrel and ammunition. Make sure the barrel and action are clear of obstructions, and
carry only the proper ammunition for your gun.
Unload firearms when not in use. Leave actions open, and carry firearms in cases and unloaded
to and from the shooting area.
Point a firearm only at something you intend Avoid all horseplay with a gun.
to shoot.
Don't run, jump, or climb with a loaded Unload a firearm before you climb a fence or tree, or jump a
firearm. ditch. Pull a firearm toward you by the butt, not the muzzle.
Store firearms and ammunition separately Store each in secured locations beyond the reach of children
and safely. and careless adults.
Avoid alcoholic beverages before and Also avoid mind- or behavior-altering medicines or drugs.
during shooting.
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The goal of hunter education is to train safe, The first mandated hunter education program began in New
responsible, and law-abiding hunters. York in 1949 to reduce hunting incidents. As hunter education
programs spread across the country, safety coordinators
formed what is now the International Hunter Education
Association to create a core curriculum for hunting courses.
In 2014, IHEA-USA adopted a set of education standards for
basic hunter education courses. These standards are the basis
for this course, which not only gives beginners a good
foundation but also provides a refresher for veteran hunters.
Hunter education programs have always taught young hunters
the practice of firearm and hunting safety. Today, hunter
education programs are important because they:Decrease
hunting-related shooting incidents and other hunting injuries
and...Promote responsible hunter behavior, including
compliance with hunting laws and regulations.
Responsibility, Safety Skills, Knowledge, and Hunter education strives to instill responsibility, improve skills
Involvement and knowledge, and encourage the involvement of beginner
and veteran hunters. Responsible, ethical behavior and
personal involvement are both essential to the survival of
hunting.
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Responsibility A knowledgeable and skillful student of hunting will never be
a true hunter unless he or she also behaves responsibly.
Responsible behavior includes courtesy, respect of others and
of wildlife, and involvement. Responsible hunters do not
poach or act carelessly. Responsible hunters obey hunting
laws, hunt fairly, practice safety rules, and wait for a clean kill
before shooting. How you behave and how other people see
you will determine hunting's future.
Safety Skills Hunting-related safety skills are gained through hands-on
training and practice. It is most valuable to learn these skills
from an experienced hunter.
Knowledge Knowledge is learning and understanding the basics of safe
gun handling and hunting. Before being trained in the skill of
firearm shooting, you should know how the firearm operates
and how to handle it safely.
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Involvement Part of the process of becoming a true, responsible
sportsman is becoming involved in efforts to keep hunting a
respected sport. That includes teaching others, working with
landowners, and cooperating with game wardens. It also
includes joining conservation organizations, which will help
preserve habitat and promote wildlife management.
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Check your barrel and ammunition. Make sure the barrel and action are clear of obstructions, and
carry only the proper ammunition for your gun.
Unload firearms when not in use. Leave actions open, and carry firearms in cases and unloaded
to and from the shooting area.
Point a firearm only at something you intend Avoid all horseplay with a gun.
to shoot.
Don't run, jump, or climb with a loaded Unload a firearm before you climb a fence or tree, or jump a
firearm. ditch. Pull a firearm toward you by the butt, not the muzzle.
Store firearms and ammunition separately Store each in secured locations beyond the reach of children
and safely. and careless adults.
Avoid alcoholic beverages before and Also avoid mind- or behavior-altering medicines or drugs.
during shooting.
Page 1 of 115
,Colorado Hunter test-out exam study guide
The goal of hunter education is to train safe, The first mandated hunter education program began in New
responsible, and law-abiding hunters. York in 1949 to reduce hunting incidents. As hunter education
programs spread across the country, safety coordinators
formed what is now the International Hunter Education
Association to create a core curriculum for hunting courses.
In 2014, IHEA-USA adopted a set of education standards for
basic hunter education courses. These standards are the basis
for this course, which not only gives beginners a good
foundation but also provides a refresher for veteran hunters.
Hunter education programs have always taught young hunters
the practice of firearm and hunting safety. Today, hunter
education programs are important because they:Decrease
hunting-related shooting incidents and other hunting injuries
and...Promote responsible hunter behavior, including
compliance with hunting laws and regulations.
Responsibility, Safety Skills, Knowledge, and Hunter education strives to instill responsibility, improve skills
Involvement and knowledge, and encourage the involvement of beginner
and veteran hunters. Responsible, ethical behavior and
personal involvement are both essential to the survival of
hunting.
Page 2 of 115
,Colorado Hunter test-out exam study guide
Responsibility A knowledgeable and skillful student of hunting will never be
a true hunter unless he or she also behaves responsibly.
Responsible behavior includes courtesy, respect of others and
of wildlife, and involvement. Responsible hunters do not
poach or act carelessly. Responsible hunters obey hunting
laws, hunt fairly, practice safety rules, and wait for a clean kill
before shooting. How you behave and how other people see
you will determine hunting's future.
Safety Skills Hunting-related safety skills are gained through hands-on
training and practice. It is most valuable to learn these skills
from an experienced hunter.
Knowledge Knowledge is learning and understanding the basics of safe
gun handling and hunting. Before being trained in the skill of
firearm shooting, you should know how the firearm operates
and how to handle it safely.
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Involvement Part of the process of becoming a true, responsible
sportsman is becoming involved in efforts to keep hunting a
respected sport. That includes teaching others, working with
landowners, and cooperating with game wardens. It also
includes joining conservation organizations, which will help
preserve habitat and promote wildlife management.
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