Angler Ed Study Guide Questions And Answers With Verified Study Solutions

What are the 4 types of reel? - Answer-Spincast, Spinning, Baitcast, and Fly What is the open-faced reel and the reel used for beginners? - Answer-Spincast Are crappie, bass, and catfish all freshwater or saltwater game fish? - Answer-Freshwater What type of lure is made to resemble a swimming or injured baitfish? - Answer-Spoons Name two fish that do not have scales. - Answer-Catfish/Blue Marlin What should you do when fishing from a boat and you encounter bad weather? - Answer-Pack up and get to shore List three responsibilities or an ethical angler. - Answer-Respect other anglers' rights Always get permission when fishing on private property Ask yourself - Is it safe? Is it legal? Is it ethical? If you are on land, and someone is in trouble in the water, what four words tell you what to do? - Answer-Reach, throw, row, go Which piece of equipment keeps you bait at a specific depth and also indicates when you are getting a bite? - Answer-Bobber What type of fish would you use a fly or popper as bait? - Answer-Trout How can you prevent fish from spoiling while on a fishing trip? - Answer-Cooler, a live well, or ice What is the most important piece of safety equipment when fishing from a boat? - Answer-P.F.D.What is jerking the rod and forcing the hook into the fish's mouth called _______ ___ ____? - AnswerSetting the hook What is the purpose of the slime on a fish's body? - Answer-Protection from diseases Helps the fish move easier in the water What type of knot would you use to attach your hook to the line? - Answer-Improved clinch/Palomar. List 4 types of aquatic ecosystems found in Texas. - Answer-Lake, stream, reservoir, pond, beach front, etc. List the five elements of a good fish habitat. - Answer-Water, shelter, oxygen, food, and space If you see someone not following the fishing regulations, who should you call? - Answer-OGT or Operation Game Thieves At what age is a fishing license require to fish in public waters in Texas? - Answer-17