NJ Hunter Education General and Bow
Questions and Answers Verified 2024
After shooting a deer, list 3 steps you should take after the shot. - ANSWER-1.) mark
the spot where the deer stood
2.) observe direction the animal was heading
3.) wait 20 minutes before trailing
Approximately what % of NJ residents hunt? - ANSWER-Less than 2%
As a bowhunter what is your number on responsibility to all wildlife habitat? - ANSWER-
quick, clean kill
As a hunter list 5 things you are responsible for. - ANSWER-1.) yourself
2.) family
3.) landowner
4.) wildlife resource
5.) other uses of the outdoors
Before nocking an arrow list the 3 parts of your crossbow you should check for defects.
- ANSWER-1.) string
2.) bow limbs
3.) stock
Explain how increasing habitat benefits wildlife. - ANSWER-provides more room for
population and will increase with bigger carrying capacity
Explain the proper method to unlock your crossbow. - ANSWER-carry a small target or
shoot at soft ground with an arrow that doesn't contain a broadhead
Give 2 examples of laws that protect the resource. - ANSWER-1.) wildlife conservation
laws
2.) public safety laws
Give 2 examples of laws to protect people. - ANSWER-1.) public safety laws
2.) equal opportunity laws
How can the presence of wildlife show the health of our environment? - ANSWER-
healthy environment that animals depend on is same environment that we live in
How can you be sure a bow fits you properly? - ANSWER-draw weight and length
appropriate
, How can you tell that a deer is dead? - ANSWER-check eye reflexes, keep safe
distance
How do you become proficient with your bow equipment? - ANSWER-Practice,
determine your dominant eye
How do you determine what size arrow best fits you and your bow? - ANSWER-based
on what you are using it for
How does the Pittman-Robertson Act provide support to wildlife? - ANSWER-gives $
that is generated by sportsmen in the form of an excise tax
How should you best learn how to use your new tree stand? - ANSWER-Learn local
regulations, manufacturer's instructions, get permission on private property
List 1 example how peer pressure can lead to unsafe hunting. - ANSWER-allowing
someone to shoot your bag limit
List 1 large mammal found in NJ and 3 of its characteristics. - ANSWER-Whitetail
1.) antlered males must have at least on antler 3 in long
2.) NJ has more opportunities to hunt than any other state nation
3.) most popular big game species in North America
List 1 upland bird that is legally hunted in NJ. - ANSWER-turkey
List 1 way hunters support non-game species. - ANSWER-they preserve habitats for
game animals that non-game species end up sharing with
List 2 examples of proper hunting behavior. - ANSWER-1.) Be safe and responsible
2.) Ask for permission whenever you hunt on private property
List 2 reasons why you must cover your game. - ANSWER-1.) prevent from spoiling
2.) shields from non-hunting public eye
List 2 things you can do as a landowner to improve wildlife habitat. - ANSWER-1.) don't
destroy habitats
2.) respect what they have
List 2 types of irresponsible hunting. - ANSWER-1.) allowing someone to shoot your
bag limit
2.) hunting within a safety zone
List 3 guidelines you should follow while hunting on private property. - ANSWER-1.)
Always ask for permission
2.) Leave fences and gates the way you found them
3.) Talk to land owners and get their expectations
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