WLD2070 Hunting & Game Management Practice

1.1 demonstrate knowledge of the design, structure and operation of bows, crossbows and/or firearms; e.g., basic parts and their operation, types of action, function of sights

1.2 demonstrate knowledge of the basic components of arrows and/or rifle and shotgun ammunition

1.3 demonstrate appropriate techniques for the care and maintenance of bows and/or firearms

1.4 demonstrate the basic practices of safe bow and/or rifle and shotgun handling; e.g., ACTS and PROVE

1.5 demonstrate techniques for safe loading and sighting-in a firearm

1.6 demonstrate appropriate range procedure for recreational shooting activities

1.7 demonstrate safe handling practices for bows and/or firearms and ammunition in the range, classroom and field

2.1 demonstrate the visual acuity that is important to a sports person; e.g., distance and nearpoint vision, depth perception, peripheral vision, colour vision

2.2 demonstrate knowledge of factors that may affect visual perception and strategies for improving vision in outdoor environments; e.g., eye dominance

2.3 demonstrate the role of physical conditioning in safe and comfortable outdoor experiences

2.4 demonstrate knowledge of vital target areas on game animals; e.g., big game, bird game

2.5 demonstrate techniques for handling trophy and non-trophy animals in the field; e.g., dressing, skinning and plucking, hanging and cooling, preserving the hide, transporting, taxidermy

3.1 demonstrate knowledge of the legal process and government agencies in place to create, change and enforce laws that influence the practices of the sports person

3.2 demonstrate knowledge of federal, provincial and municipal laws and regulations that are relevant to a sports person in Alberta; e.g., laws that protect life and property, laws that protect and conserve wildlife, laws that govern the behaviour of the sports person, licensing requirements (Wildlife Identification Number, Minor’s Permit, Possession and Acquisition License) and opportunities (special draws, undersubscribed license, First Time Hunter)

3.3 demonstrate knowledge of specific laws and/or regulations regarding trespassing, access to public and private land, use of firearms and bow hunting

3.4 demonstrate knowledge of the responsibilities and procedures related to reporting violations of the law and biological data to the appropriate officials

4.1 demonstrate the use and care of basic equipment and personal gear used when hunting in the field; e.g., clothing, bedding and tents, knives and axes, compass and maps, backpacks

4.2 assemble and carry first-aid and survival kits

4.3 demonstrate the skills necessary for handling emergency situations in the outdoors

4.4 demonstrate procedures for examining someone who is hurt or suddenly becomes ill in the outdoors

4.5 demonstrate emergency first-aid techniques; e.g., artificial respiration, control of bleeding from cuts, care for victims of shock or concussion, care of sprains, fractures and dislocations, treatment of burns, blisters and frostbite, care of animal and insect bites

4.6 demonstrate techniques for detecting, treating and preventing hypothermia

4.7 demonstrate basic survival techniques for the outdoors; e.g., fire building, shelter building, sending rescue signals, securing water and food

5.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:

5.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:

5.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:

6.1 recognize and then analyze the opportunities and barriers in the immediate environment

6.2 identify potential resources to minimize barriers and maximize opportunities