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Post by bant on Jun 14, 2006 17:41:57 GMT -5
has anyone heard of the On-Line hunter ed Class's if they are worth their salt. Here is one I have looked at. Since many have problems getting to a class. I have already taken class's myself but was asked by a few young hunters If I thought it would be any good. Since they do not have access to a car but, they can get on-line.
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Post by jcceadotcom on Jun 14, 2006 23:18:52 GMT -5
Must be over 12 years of age and they better study. The online test is MUCH harder than the one given in class.
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Post by dmduck on Jun 15, 2006 4:41:38 GMT -5
I don't care for the on line version ...there's no hands on like a classroom ....and who's to say some less than honest people wouldn't take the test for their kids ...I mean after all they wanna make sure their money is well spent .....
Don't like it ... bad Idea in my opinion ......
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Post by Decatur on Jun 16, 2006 6:54:08 GMT -5
I like the idea, because I know how hard it is to get my nephews to a class, but, I don't like how hard the test is, or like Dmduck said, you KNOW some people will cheat. Another thing lacking in the online version is the ability to ask questions on topics that new hunters may be confused about. Just my $.02. Here is where you can take the practice test to judge for yourself. hunter-ed.com/in/in_internet.htm |
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Post by Old Ironsights on Oct 19, 2006 22:18:40 GMT -5
I don't mind the idea. I think it would be a great asset to mny otherwise isolated folks - kid or otherwise. (How many adults want to take HE with a bunch of 12 year olds?)
HOWEVER: IMO there must be at least a "Final Exam" Range-Day practicum. What's the point of book learning if you can't demonstrate it?
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Post by hunter480 on Oct 19, 2006 22:55:01 GMT -5
I don't mind the idea. I think it would be a great asset to mny otherwise isolated folks - kid or otherwise. (How many adults want to take HE with a bunch of 12 year olds?) HOWEVER: IMO there must be at least a "Final Exam" Range-Day practicum. What's the point of book learning if you can't demonstrate it? I’d be against the on-line Hunter Ed course just for the fact that, the camaraderie is a lot of the enjoyment-it`s great to meet new guys, AND the 12 year olds, swap stories with the older guys during breaks, and see the joy on the faces of the youngsters. As for any kind of test-I doubt we want to go there-never mind the fact that the liability issues would preclude it, but the function of the Hunter Ed course isn`t to teach marksmanship-merely, to instruct in safety and ethics. I`ve taken the course twice so far-once with my son and daughter, then later with my brother and nephew-and I may well take it again with my latest hunting partner. It`s great to hear the instructors and soak up the atmosphere, and those are things you certainly don`t get at home in front of the computer. |
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Post by jajwrigh on Oct 20, 2006 0:19:26 GMT -5
If it weren't for the online version, I would not have my hunter safety course completed right now...
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Post by shinglemonkey on Oct 20, 2006 18:10:52 GMT -5
Hunting in a westen state I needed the hunters ed for my license purchase. It would of been nice to take the test instead of sitting in a class room with 12 year olds for 2 days. I just took the pratice test and scored a 87% , guess I should of read the book  |
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Post by firstwd on Oct 28, 2006 20:21:08 GMT -5
I don't like the thing for kids or new hunters. I like it being available for adults, but I really enjoy the imput some adults have on our classes. Then again, I get a kick out of the looks on the faces of the "Know-It-Alls" when we have heard enough, and make them look like idiots.  |
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Post by crazyboutduck on Nov 6, 2006 13:11:30 GMT -5
Right on Little Buddy!
It has it's place, I suppose. But it cannot replace the actual hands on or interaction that is really needed. There are alot of great analogies, examples & ideas that you won't get online. Also, like many other things in this world, there are chances of getting many interpretations on a subject. In class they could be explained the correct way.
I personally don't like the online test.
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Post by hp on Nov 20, 2006 18:12:57 GMT -5
I like it,passed with flying colors. i don't know how you guys were taught but i was taught by my grandpa,dad i plan on doing the same for my boy.I think thats more important than ANY class room taught hunter ed class.IMO
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Post by firstwd on Nov 20, 2006 23:21:23 GMT -5
Yes that is more important than any class room teachings.
The problem with the online course is where those that want to get the course to legally hunt, but don't have the proper mentor at home to teach them. Any one can do it online for them and they ae out in the woods with the rest of us with basically no training.
I personally think it should be for adults only and a DLN or SSN should be used to verify age.
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Post by crazyboutduck on Dec 29, 2006 12:51:29 GMT -5
I just want to clarify that we are there to teach you how to be SAFE hunters, not better hunters. Being a better hunter mainly from the person's mentor. but it also comes with time & the proper practices. HP, if you were to attend a class of ours', I feel you may be enlightened to the actual amount of information conveyed in these classes. Believe me, I am in no way trying to take anything from anyone. It's just that there is alot of gray matter when it comes to some regulations/laws, rights & priviledges, etc ., that are brought out and told correctly in the classroom. Just food for thought...
BTW...Hunter480, thanks for the compliments. I do not know where you attended the classes, but like other instructors in the State, we do our best to make it not only a learning experience, but fun to boot.
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Post by biga123 on Dec 29, 2006 21:21:29 GMT -5
i dont agree with this question and answer... this would depend on the trye of rest you are using right ?! my cock feather will be pointing to the left if i hold mine parallel...
Official Indiana hunter education course
Nocking an Arrow
A nocked arrow should be positioned about a quarter inch above the arrow rest on the bow handle. On most bows, a small brass band called a "nock point" is crimped onto the bowstring to mark the correct position.
Finger position when nocking an arrow
To nock the arrow:
* Grasp the arrow between the thumb and index finger of the right hand (if you're a right-handed shooter).
* With your left hand, hold the bow parallel to the ground about waist high, string toward the body.
* Lay the arrow shaft on the bow's arrow rest.
* Align the slot in the nock with the string, while making sure that the cock feather points up (while the bow is parallel to the ground).
* Pull the arrow back until the string snaps into the slot.
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Post by Woody Williams on Dec 29, 2006 21:50:11 GMT -5
Yep.... you're right..... depending on type of rest..
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Post by firstwd on Dec 30, 2006 0:01:18 GMT -5
biga123, I don't know if you got that off the net or out of the book. In the book you will notice that the illustrations are of a recurve bow with a basic rest. This book is standard for several states and a few things are specific to Indiana. They do not go into every type of rest, bow, arrowhead, ect. If that was the case then they would need updated several times a year. I know in our classes we teach with recurve bows and have the students cast arrows with them, so the book is right. We also let everybody know that archery is a very specialized sport that they should use a professional archery shop if they choose to partake.
Yes, you cast arrows. You donot shoot them.
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Post by biga123 on Dec 30, 2006 5:48:23 GMT -5
i got the answer rong on the practice test.. never seen the material on it .. i guess that would help..
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Post by tbgrindlay on May 13, 2007 13:32:52 GMT -5
On-Line Hunter ED makes a lot of sense to me.
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Post by hoosieroutdoorsman on Jun 10, 2007 6:40:07 GMT -5
I can see the pro`s and cons for this,,for myself the biggest con is the lack of the ability for the young hunters to be together in the classroom and have the 1 on 1 teaching situation that the classes provide. Being in the classroom not only helps them to become more responsible outdoorsmen but it also helps them to learn in the beginning stages to see and enjoy the comradery of being with other hunters. But like alot of people that have to work odd hours and weekends the classes may be near impossible to attend, so the online ( if that family can afford internet) is a good way to go.
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Post by tenring on Jul 17, 2007 17:07:33 GMT -5
Lets include drivers license, marriage license, for those who just don't have the time.
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