Low Impact Hunting


Methods aiming to minimize disturbance to wildlife and habitat, such as walking quietly, limiting ATV use, and controlling scent.

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Wilderness

Natural areas minimally affected by human activity, often requiring special permits and backcount...

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Warm Weather Hunting

Pursuing game in hot conditions, requiring quick field dressing, proper meat cooling, and extra h...

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Camouflage

Clothing or patterns that help blend hunters into their surroundings to reduce detection by game.

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Bear Bag

A storage method of hanging food and scented items high off the ground in bear country to reduce ...

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Stalking

Moving quietly on foot to approach game without alerting it; requires wind awareness, camouflage,...

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Fair Chase

The idea of pursuing game in a manner not giving hunters an improper advantage; includes abiding ...

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Atlatl

A primitive tool for throwing spears or darts with enhanced speed and distance; legal for certain...

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Hunting Pressure

The intensity of hunting activity in an area; heavy pressure can make game more alert and elusive.

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Still Hunting

An approach where the hunter moves very slowly, stopping often to watch for game; differs from st...

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Ethics in Hunting

Principles of fair chase, sportsmanship, and respect for wildlife and habitats; fosters a positiv...

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