Hunting Basics
A learning course designed for the beginner or returning hunter to give them the basic knowledge and principles needed to be successful sooner. Cut years off the learning curve of trial and error, by learning from mine.
Course curriculum
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Why Hunt and Hunting Ethics
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Ethics and Why I hunt
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What do I Need to Get Started?
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Hunter's Education
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Licensing and Permits
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Means
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Methods of Taking Game
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Rifle
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Bow and Arrow
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Muzzleloader
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Other
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Sighting in a Compound Bow
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Sighting in a MOA Rifle Scope
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Shooting Positions
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Standing
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Kneeling
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Seated
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Prone
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Modified
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Clothing and Gear
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Clothing and Boots
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Layering
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Gear
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Scent Control
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The Why and Having a System
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Movement
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Sight
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Understanding the Wind
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Prevailing Winds and Thermals
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Map Reading and Terrain Features
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Maps
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Terrain Features
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Mapping on OnXmaps
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Finding Terrain Features on OnXmaps
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Finding an Area to Hunt and Getting Permission
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Where to Start
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Hunter Access Program
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County Tax Map
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OnX Maps
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Example Letter to Request Permission
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Example of Property Owner Permission Waiver
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Scouting
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When and What to look for
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Scraping Activity
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Field Scaping Activity
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Rubbing Activity
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Trail Camera
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Hunting Tactics
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Styles of Hunting Tactics
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Animal Behavior
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Basic Needs and Enviromental Factors
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Seek and Chase Behavior 1
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Seek and Chase Behavior 2
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Calling
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Types of Calls and Sounds
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Light Buck Sparring Activity
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Call Types and Sounds
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Scents and Lures
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Scents and Lures
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Mock Scrape on a Field Edge
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Shot Placement
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Location, Location, Location
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After the Shot
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Wait!
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Tracking
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Basics of Tracking
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Recovery
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What Now
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Field Dressing
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How to
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Meat Care
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Cool it Down
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Taxidermy Preparation
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Caping
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Chess not Checkers
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Strategy
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Go Hunt!!
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Conclusion
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Survey
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Survey
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