Archery Hunting Quiz Contest
Hint: Questions and answers
will prepare you for the Idaho Archery Hunting Examination.
Rules:
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One new question
each Friday of each two week period
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Any age or gender
can participate
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First e-mailed
correct answer will be declared the winner (determined by date and time sent
of the e-mail)
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Prizes must be
claimed at Avid Archers Shooting Range
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One prize per month
per person
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One entry per person
per week
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Decision of the
judges will be final
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Winner will be
notified via return e-mail and their name and answer posted on this web page
when it is received
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your prize within 7 days
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Question for the weeks
of 29th of July thru 12th of August 2011:
What major
component of a compound bow is the 'most rigid'?
Question for the weeks
of 17th of July thru 29th of July 2011:
How many bow
models does Winchester offer this year?
There
are 6 compound bows: Quicksilver 31 and Quicksilver 34; Vaquero; Tracker;
Thunderbolt and Destiny - Dave Spenser
Question for the week
of 8th of July thru 16th of July 2011:
What type of cams
currently produce the highest IBO speeds?
Binary cam
systems is argued to be smoother-drawing and faster-shooting than equivalent
twin cam systems due to their efficiency. The binary cam system is also argued
to produce the highest arrow speed relative to its potential power. - Jon
Fischer
Question for the week
of 1st of July thru 7th of July 2011:
From which
characteristic does a recurve bow derive it's name?
The
limb ends curve forward - Jason McDonald
Question for the week
of 24th of June thru 30th of June 2011:
Can a peep sight
be installed on a compound bow without a bow press?
Yes
it can - Phil Johnson
Question for the week
of 17th of June thru 23rd of June 2011:
What page is the
latest or newest page on avidarchers.com?
Garmin
GPS units on the 'Miscellaneous Items' page - John Zarada
Question for the week
of 10th of June thru 16th of June 2011:
Why is 'the wall'
on the 2011 Bowtech bows more firm and defined this year?
The
stop on the cam comes to contact the limb instead of the string giving a firmer
stop - Jason Caldwell
Question for the week
of 3rd of June thru 9th of June 2011:
What is 'finger
pinch'?
Having
your finger pinched against the nock by the bow string when pulling the string
back
- Joshua Neukirchen
Question for the week
of 27th of May thru 2nd of June 2011:
What is an archery
enthusiast or archer called?
toxophilite: a lover of archery; one devoted to archery
- Jim Fulton
Question for the week
of 20th of May thru 26th of May 2011:
What does a 'cam'
on a compound bow provide for the archer?
The purpose of the cam is to provide 'let-off' and 'power'
on the compound bow - Jim Sedall
Question for the week
of 12th of May thru 19th of May 2011:
What material(s)
are Octane Backbone Bow Strings made of?
Octane strings are created with a proprietary blend of BCY
452 GX, featuring Gore Performance Fibers for a smoother shot and longer string
life. - James Houten
Question for the week
of 6th of May thru 11th of May 2011:
What is the
formula for calculating F.O.C.?
AMO-Standard F.O.C. balance formula
F.O.C. % = 100 x (A-L/2)
L
L= Correct Arrow Length-Distance from bottom of nock groove to end of shaft
A=Distance from bottom of nock groove to finished arrow balance position
(includes weight of point [+ insert], nock system and fletching) - Jim
Benson
Question for the week
of 29th of April thru 5th of May 2011:
What is Forward of
center (F.O.C.) used for in archery?
(FOC) is a calculation used for tuning your arrow for
effective flight. By determining your arrow's FOC (measured as a percentage),
you will be able to tune/adjust your arrow to help increase arrow flight
stability as well as arrow range. _ Anna Gray
Question for the week
of 22nd of April thru 28th of April 2011:
What does F.O.C. stand for?
Forward of Center - Coaltan Gray
Question for the week
of 15th of April thru 21st of April 2011:
What formula is used to determine 'efficiency'?
"The amount of kinetic energy of the arrow just as it
leaves the bow divided by the potential energy that went into drawing it,
multiplied by 100" - Thomas Dixon
Question for the week
of 8th of April thru 14th of April 2011:
Above what let-off does Pope & Young place an asterisk next to records?
"Above 65 percent left off pope and young places and
asterisk next to the record holders name" - Kristy Reel
Question for the week
of 1st of April thru 7th of April 2011:
What is the length of the shortest bow used for hunting recognized by Pope &
Young?
"I believe the bow has to be longer than 30 inches"
- Jeremy Abeyta
Question for the week
of 25th of March thru 31st of March 2011:
What components on a compound bow allow let-off?
The cams and pulleys allow for let-off - Jeff
Stockmal
Question for the week
of 18th of March thru 24th of March 2011:
What is 'let-off' on a compound bow?
The
percent that a bows holding weight is reduced from its pulling weight
- Pat McKenzi
Question for the week
of 11th of March thru 17th of March 2011:
What is 3D Archery?
3D archery is shooting arrows at life sized targets,
either indoors or outdoors - Pat Morey
Question for the week
of 4th of March thru 10th of March 2011:
What is an 'arrow insert'?
An
arrow part that accepts the screw in point or the nock
- Jim
Benson
Question for the week
of 25th of February thru 3rd of March 2011:
How many 'different' bows do Bowtech and Diamond have in their 2011 line-up?
5 Diamond Bows and 7 Bowtech Bows = 12 Total - Jill
'Jill Mill' Miller
Question for the week
of 18th of February thru 24th of February 2011:
What is the 'view' look like through the peep sight?
You should view the entire outside ring of the sight and
all the pins - John Zarada
Question for the week
of 11th of February thru 17th of February 2011:
What is the 'up' and 'down' side of using a 'Nocking Loop'?
"Loop
placed around nocking point. This
protects your string from being damaged by the release aid but the downside is,
it reduces speed slightly."
- Kellen Lowe
Question for the week
of 4th of February thru 10th of February 2011:
What is the difference between the Bowtech Destroyer 340 and Bowtech Destroyer
350 bows?
Brace height, draw lengths, IBO/ATA speed and kenetic
energy - Steve Williams
Question for the week
of 28th of January thru 3rd of February 2011:
What is the major difference between 'Deflex' and 'Reflex' bows?
A Reflex bow has the grip behind the bow pivot points, the
Deflex bow has the grip in front of the pivot points - Martin Spangler
Question for the week
of 21st of January thru 27th of January 2011:
For the new Bowtech Invasion CPX bow, what does the 'CPX' mean?
CPX means 'Center Point Extreme' - Jeff Stockmal
Question for the week
of 14th of January thru 20th of January 2011:
Where is the energy stored in a compound bow before the arrow is released?
The energy is stored in the cams and limbs of the bow
- Zack Smith
Question for the week
of 7th of January thru 13th of January 2011:
What is the 'major' difference between Bowtech and Diamond (by Bowtech) bows?
Diamond bows are single cam bows and Bowtech are dual cam
bows - Carrie Swearingen
Question for the week
of 31st of December thru 6th of January 2011:
What is a 'parallel limb' bow and what are the benefits of 'parallel limb'
bows?
A Parallel Limb Bow is a
bow that has a long riser and short swept back limbs which are oriented
horizontally (more or less) at full draw. Unlike the limbs of a conventional
bow, which are oriented more vertically, the limbs of a parallel limb bow angle
back directly towards the shooter. So from a side view, the limbs appear to
be......well.....virtually parallel to each other. The parallel limb bow
is notably smoother, faster (fps) and quieter at the shot
- Dave Martin
Question for the week
of 24th of December thru 30th of December 2010:
What type of bow used in archery is designed to reduce the force that an archer
must hold, yet increase the overall energy stored by the bow?
Compound Bow - Nina Johnson
Question for the week
of 17th of December thru 23rd of December 2010:
What is 'serving' as it is used in archery?
Serving is a string separate from the main bow string
wound onto the string in the nocking point area that acts as a wear pad
protecting the string from nock use as well as finger or release wear. Materials
commonly used are polyester, nylon and mono-filament.-- Troy Hymas
Question for the week
of 10th of December thru 16th of December 2010:
What are arrows measured in?
Arrows are measured in length by inches and weight in
grains. - Lane (Magpie) Pierson
Question for the week
of 3rd of December thru 9th of December 2010:
How many of the seven (7) major ways that you can make
an arrow act 'stiffer' can you name (most correct wins)?
1. Decrease peak bow weight
2. Decrease point weight or the point\insert combination
3. Use heavier bow string material or add more strands to the string
4. Heavier vanes
5. Use heavier serving material and\or nocking point
6. Decrease brace height on recurve bows
7. Shorten the length of the arrow
Sorry - No correct answers submitted
Question for the week
of 26th of November thru 2nd of December 2010:
How do you determine F.O.C?
AMO-Standard F.O.C. balance formula
F.O.C. % = 100 x (A-L/2)
L
L= Correct Arrow Length-Distance from bottom of nock groove to end of shaft
A=Distance from bottom of nock groove to finished arrow balance position
(includes weight of point [+ insert], nock system and fletching - Jon
Jensen
Question for the week
of 19th of November thru 25th of November 2010:
What does F.O.C. refer to in relation to arrows?
Should be Front of Center! It is a variation or equation
of measurements consisting of the actual shaft center, balance center and shaft
length. - Troy Hymas
Question for the week
of 12th of November thru 18th of November 2010:
Compared to the bows used throughout the ages, the compound bow is a
comparatively recent 20th century invention. What feature improves its accuracy
by providing an extra reference point while aiming?
Optical sights - John Hansen
Question for the week
of 5th of November thru 11th of November 2010:
What is another word for fletches on an arrow?
"Vanes" - Jeff Swearingen
Question for the week
of 29th of October thru 4th of November 2010:
If you are consistently shooting low where should you
move your sights?
"Move your sights down" - Cody Swearingen
Question for the week
of 22nd of October thru 28th of October 2010:
In Idaho. after tagging big game or the end of the
season, how long do you have to report it?
You have 10 days after tagging an animal or the end of the
season to report to Idaho Fish & Game - Gean Peirson
Question for the week
of 15th of October thru 21st of October 2010:
How long should you wait to trail a deer hit with a
broadhead?
30 minutes - Zachary Hansen
Question for the week
of 8th of October thru 13th of October 2010:
What is the max
allowable weight of a firearm and attachments in Idaho?
16 pounds. - John Bittner
Question for the week
of 1st of October thru 6th of October 2010:
Who may use a
crossbow during archery season?
Disabled
hunters possessing a permit may use a crossbow - Jerry Kinders
Question for the week
of 24th of September thru 30th of September 2010:
What are the rules
for placement of a hunting blind?
Portable
pop-up blinds are encouraged. No permanent placement of materials is allowed and
all materials must be removable. Wire mesh, which may be hazardous to wildlife
or livestock, is not allowed. Damage to natural and cultural resources by
actions such as digging, trenching, or other surface disturbances are
prohibited. Cutting live vegetation to build, screen or camouflage blinds is
discouraged. The hunter’s full name and zip code must be permanently attached,
etched, engraved or painted on the blind in an obvious location. Blinds may be
placed no earlier than 10 days before the beginning of the hunting season for
which the hunter has a valid tag, and must be removed within 7 days of the close
of that hunting season. Blinds may be used by hunters on a first come,
first-served basis. Placement of a blind on public land does not create an
exclusive right of use. Locking blinds is not allowed. Please be respectful of
other hunters’ blinds. - Hunter Spangler
Question for the week
of 17th of September thru 23rd of September 2010:
What change has been
made as to the retrieval of edible meat of big game animals in 2010?
"Meat
retrieval does not include meat of the head or neck, meat covering or between
the ribs, internal organs, or meat on the bones after close trimming, which is a
change this year." - Jack Miller
Question for the week
of 10th of September thru 16th of September 2010:
What is the minimum
arrow length allowed for hunting during archery season?
"Minimum of 24 inches from broadhead to nock." -
Jeff Benson
Question for the week
of 3rd of September thru 9th of September 2010:
"Simply
put"...... what is Illumanight?
"Simply put….it is the most revolutionary tracking aid on the
market" - Paul Stenhouse
Question for the week
of 27th of August thru 2nd of September 2010:
What is 'The Wildlife
Violator Compact'?
"The Wildlife Violator Compact was created to promote compliance with the laws, regulations, ordinances, resolutions, and administrative rules that relate to the management of wildlife resources in the respective member states."
- Anna Gray
Question for the week
of 20th of August thru 26th of August 2010:
What is the penalty
for conviction of trespass on posted private property for the purpose of
hunting, trapping or fishing?
Conviction of trespass on posted private property for the purpose of hunting, trapping, or fishing carries a mandatory 1 year revocation of hunting, fishing or trapping licenses. Federal law prohibits unauthorized trespass on Indian owned reservation lands for hunting, fishing or trapping purposes.
- Coaltan Gray
Question for the week
of 13th of August thru 19th of August 2010:
How did the legendary
archer, Robin Hood win an archery contest?
"By splitting the arrow of a competitor" - David
Medina
(Today, when an archer splits an arrow it is called a
'Robin Hood')
Question for the week
of 7th of August thru 12th of August 2010:
How many big game
animals may a hunter harvest in one year in Idaho?
"A hunter is only allowed to take one Big Game animal per
year per tag per hunter. Unless they get lucky enough to win the draw for a
SUPER HUNT COMBO. One other time a hunter might get another animal is with a
depredation hunt." - Thomas Dixon
Question for the week
of 30th of July thru 6th of August 2010:
What is the rule
pertaining to 'party hunts' in Idaho?
"It
is unlawful to party hunt or to fill another person's tag in Idaho big game
season" - Jim Sedall
Question for the week
of 23rd of July thru 30th of July 2010:
When, how and for
what must you complete your 'Mandatory Hunter Report' in Idaho in 2010?
"All deer, elk and pronghorn hunters are required to complete
a Mandatory Hunter Report for each tag they
purchase. In 2010 Mandatory hunter reporting is moving towards a paperless
system. Hunters are required to submit a report by phone or internet within 10
days after harvest. Hunters who do not harvest, or did not hunt with their tag,
are required to report within 10 days after the close of the hunting season."
- John Bennett
Question for the week
of 16th of July thru 22nd of July 2010:
In Idaho can you use
dogs to help recover your big game?
"Yes, the use of one blood-trailing dog controlled by leash during lawful hunting hours and within 72 hours of hitting a big game animal is allowed to track wounded animals and aid in recovery."
- David Medina
Question for the week
of 9th of July thru 15th of July 2010:
Should you aim before
you anchor? Why or why not?
"No.
Anchor first then aim. If you aim before you anchor, then your aim can be
changed before your anchor is in place. It is best to anchor, make sure your
anchor is firm, then aim." - Jeff Morris
Question for the week
of 2nd of July thru 8th of July 2010:
How many archery
events are there in the Olympics?
"There are four. Men's, women's, team men's and team
women's" - Jill Moxley
Question for the week
of 25th of June thru 1st of July 2010:
Which is better for
hunting, a lighter or heavier arrow?
Medium to heavy weight arrows are better for hunting for a number of reasons.
First and foremost, a heavier arrow will retain more kinetic energy downrange,
which means greater penetration and knockdown power. A heavier arrow is also
more efficient in transferring a greater percentage of the bow's energy at the
shot. This means a more efficient use of the actual pounds of force you are
pulling back, and less vibration in the form of unused energy, which means less
noise and recoil. Imagine the analogy of throwing and/or getting hit by a
baseball versus a wiffle ball. A baseball will be easier on your arm when you
throw it, meaning it is a more efficient use of your arm's energy. And even
though the wiffle ball will start at a higher velocity right out of your arm,
the baseball will maintain its kinetic energy long after the wiffle ball has hit
the ground. And it goes without stating that the downrange punch will be
considerably better with the baseball than the lighter wiffle ball. Using an
archery example-a 350-grain arrow will be faster out of the bow than a 450-grain
arrow, but the 350-grain arrow will lose about 12% of its kinetic energy at 40
yards, were the 450-grain arrow will only lose about 4% to 6% of it energy at
the same distance. - No correct answer (answered from Easton Archery)
Question for the week
of 19th of June thru 24th of June 2010:
What are 'HP'
inserts?
The HP insert is patent-pending technology designed by
Easton to provide greater point precision and accuracy than standard RPS
inserts. The extended design provides more contact with the arrow shaft for
improved point-to-shaft alignment. The end result is more accurate broadhead
alignment to the shaft, which results in better arrow flight. - Bob
Hanson
Question for the week
of 11th of June thru 18th of June 2010:
Belt, ground, back
and bow are all different types of what?
"Quivers" - Brittany Martin
Question for the week
of 4th of June thru 10th of June 2010:
During Olympic
archery events how long does each archer have to shoot an arrow?
"A 40 second time limit per arrow" - Earl Kelso
Question for the week
of 29th of May thru 3rd of June 2010:
When was archery
included as an Olympic sport?
"First included in 1900 then discontinued in 1924 and
re-introduced in 1972" - Michele Neukirchen
Question for the week
of 21st of May thru 28th of May 2010:
What is the furthest
'recorded record' distance shot with a bow?
"2047 yards" - Jim Morris
The furthest distance
shot with any bow is 2,047 yards (1,871.84m) . This was shot by
the late Harry Drake in 1988 using a crossbow. The furthest with a hand-held —
and pulled — bow is 1,336 yds 1' 3" (1,222.01m) , shot by Don
Brown with an unlimited conventional Flight bow in 1987.
Question for the week
of 14th thru 20th of May 2010:
What is a good
indicator that it is time to replace your bow string?
The
string material is discolored and/or fraying or shooting is not as accurate as
it has been or they have been on the bow for a long time (years). - Jon
Spencer
Question for the week
of 7th thru 13th of May 2010:
You should inspect
your arrow before shooting it. What is the procedure?
Before shooting, place the arrow between your thumb and
fingers, and, using your other hand to slowly rotate the shaft, run your
fingertips along the entire arrow length, feeling and looking closely for nicks,
cracks, splits, dents, or other marks that could indicate the shaft has been
damaged. When checking carbon arrows, perform the following additional tests: 1.
Grasp the shaft just above the point and below the nock, then flex the arrow in
an arc (bending it away from you and others) with a deflection of 1 to 2 inches
(2.5 to 5 cm), and listen for cracking noises. Perform this test four to six
times, rotating the arrow slightly between each flex until you have gone around
the entire arrow. 2. If you hear or feel cracking, the carbon has been damaged.
While still holding the point and fletching ends, twist the shaft in both
directions. If the arrow “relaxes” or twists easily, the carbon has been
damaged. If an arrow has been damaged, or if you believe it has been damaged, do
not shoot it again as it could break on release, and sharp arrow pieces could
hit and injure you or someone nearby. -Taylor Peck
Question for the week
of 30th of April thru 6th of May 2010:
What type of sites
are allowed on a crossbow to hunt big game in Idaho?
Open sites or scopes
WITH NO MAGNIFICATION. Lighted sights or scopes with magnification ARE NOT
ALLOWED. - Cal Johnston
Question for the week
of 23rd of April thru 29th of April 2010:
How old is the
compound bow?
"The compound bows were first invented in 1969" (closest
answer received) - Jack Miles
(Forty four (44)
years old. The compound bow was first developed in 1966 by Holless Wilbur Allen
in Missouri, and a US patent was granted in 1969. The compound bow has become
increasingly popular. In the United States today, the compound bow is the
dominant form of bow.)
Question for the week
of 16th of April thru 22nd of April 2010:
'What is a full metal
jacket' arrow?
The Easton Axis Full Metal Jacket is a small diameter and
thick-wall carbon core armed in a bone-piercing 7075 alloy metal jacket that
gives bowhunters magnum big-game stopping power. The Easton Axis FMJ provides
bowhunters higher levels of durability and penetration and easily pulls from
high-density targets. - No Correct Answer (Information from Easton
Arrows)
Question for the week
of 9th of April thru 15th of April 2010:
How many different
hats are advertised for sale on Avid Archers web site?
There
are twenty two (22) hats of varying types for sale on Avid Archers web-site
- Bob Jadach
(Correct - 16 on
Logo Hat page; 4 on Destroyer Logo Gear page and 2 on Infant Logo Gear
page = 22 hats)
Question for the week
of 2nd of April thru 8th of April 2010:
What is 'Overdrive
Binary' and what is the advantage of it?
"A
syncronized dual cam system that maintains perfect syncronization of the cams
that provides a comfortable draw and accuracy with the bow from Bowtech."
- Jim Fulton
Question for the week
of 5th of March thru 1st of April 2010:
What are the
advertised benefits of Bowtech manufactured bow strings?
Bowtech
is widely regarded for the best factory strings "out of the box". The
secret is literally in the hands. Bowtech strings are handmade in the USA to
machine-grade tolerances. The string has exactly the same amount of twist across
its entire length. Each individual string is precisely wound to within
1/32" difference in length and subjected to 450 pounds of tension for 3
times longer than necessary to eliminate creep. No other manufacturer matches
this process today. The result is no string separation, no peep rotation and
absolute stability with proper dealer setup.
- (No correct answer
submitted - Answer found on our 2010 Bowtech Technology Page)
Question for the week
of 14th of March thru 24th of March 2010:
What are the benefits
of 'Bowtech's Hard Core Limbs', and on which bows are they used?
On
typical limbs most of the energy is stored near the outside of the limb, while
the core stores minimal energy and serves as little more than a spacer. Hard
Core limbs put the core to work storing energy not only near the surfaces but
inside the limb. By sharing the workload stress is reduced producing exceptional
durability. The carbon core is also significantly lighter than other limb
material available today, which produces tighter physical response for increased
energy efficiency, less noise and less vibration. Hard Core limbs are used on
the new Destroyer model 340 and 350 Bowtech bows. - Len Neukirchen
Question for the week
of 13th of March thru 18th of March 2010:
What
is the advantage or disadvantage of a longer brace height on a compound bow?
A
bow's brace height is simply the distance from the string to the pivot point of
the bow's grip (when the bow is at rest). You can kind-of think of brace
height as how close the string will be to your wrist. The closer the
string is to your wrist to start, the more work you have to do to get the bow
drawn all the way back. But there's more to this puzzle. If you
compare brace heights and IBO speeds, you'll find an obvious correlation.
Bows with shorter brace heights (5-6.5") will be faster but less forgiving
to shoot. Bows with longer brace heights (7.5-9") will generally shoot
slower but will be more forgiving to your errors. So there is a balance to
strike when choosing a brace height. If you shoot with absolutely perfect form
and technique, a short brace height bow will be just as accurate as it’s
longer brace height cousins. But if you have average skills and are prone to
occasional goof-ups, a bow with a little longer brace height will yield better
accuracy in most shooting situations. - Mike Neukirchen
Question for the week
of 5th of March thru 11th of March 2010:
How do you correct for this result
 when paper tuning
your bow?
To
correct fletch right move your arrow rest toward the sight window.
- No Correct Answer Received
Question for the week
of 26th of February thru 4th of March 2010:
How
and why do you 'paper tune' a bow?
WHY? Paper tuning ensures that your bow is shooting
straight and as accurate as possible. When you paper tune you are able to see if
your arrow is kicking left, right, up, or down. By paper tuning you can ensure
maximum accuracy and penetration of your arrows. HOW? Paper tuning is really
nothing more than putting a piece of paper between two posts and then shooting
your arrow through the paper into a target located just behind the paper. So
what we are going to do is go back about 3-5 yards from the posts. Now what your
going to do is shoot an arrow into the sheet of paper making sure that your form
good so as not to torque the bow. - Tom Dixon
Question for the week
of 19th of February thru 25th of February 2010:
How do you determine the 'actual bow peak weight' of a bow?
"......by
use of a bow scale at your local pro shop." - Coaltran Gray
Question for the week
of 12th of February thru 18th of February 2010:
What
is the kenetic energy of of an arrow that weighs 450 grains flying at 315 fps?
The answer to this weeks question about kinetic energy Is
99.17 - Raymond Bruderer
Question for the week
of 5th of February thru 12th of February 2010:
What
are the benefits of waxing your bow string regularly?The benefits to waxing your string is for longer string life and for weather proofing your string. It protects from the sun and from rain.
- K.C. Bell
Question for the week
of 29th of January thru 5th of February 2010:
What
are the differences between the Diamond Iceman and Diamond Stud bows?
"The
Diamond Iceman is 1 3/4" SHORTER axle to axle, 1" LESS draw length
adjustment, 5 MORE fps IBO Speed, 2 1/2 Lbs MORE Kenetic energy." No Correct Answer
Submitted (Our very own Diamond Bow Comparison page.)
Question for the week
of 22nd of January thru 29th of January 2010:
What
are the differences between the 2010 Bowtech Destroyer 340 and Bowtech Destroyer
350 models?
The
Bowtech Destroyer 350 has 10 fps MORE IBO speed, 1" LESS brace height, 6
fpe MORE kenetic energy and 1" LESS draw length adjustment than the Bowtech
Destroyer 340." No Correct Answer
Submitted (Our very own Bowtech Bow Comparison page.)
Question for the week
of 15th of January thru 21st of January 2010:
What
is a "solid or hard wall" and a "soft or mushy wall" as it
pertains to archery and which is preferred?
Term
used to describe the back of the drawing motion of a bow. A solid or hard wall
is when the drawing motion comes to a sudden and precise end. If the back of the
drawing motion is nondescript, it is called a soft or mushy wall. A solid wall
is usually preferred because it makes it easier to anchor consistently. Bowtech
and Diamond bows have a solid wall draw-stop that makes the wall solid.
-
No Correct Answer
Submitted (Our very own FAQ page.)
Question for the week
of 8th of January thru 14th of January 2010:
What
is a 'loop' on a bow and what are the benefits (if any) or drawbacks (if any) of
a loop?
"A
string in a U shape tied on the bow string around the nock point that a release
aid is attached to when shooting." - Dave
Martin
Question for the week
of 1st of January thru 7th of January 2010:
What
is the 'brace height' of a bow and what is it's purpose?
"The distance from the string to the deepest part of the handle or grip. This distance can be changed by twisting the string tighter to increase the height and untwisting it to decrease the height.
The closer the string is to your wrist, the more work you have to do to get the bow drawn back. So the bow's brace height also figures into how LONG the bow's
power stroke will be. And as you know, a longer power stroke generates more energy."
- Thomas Dixon
Question for the week
of 25th of December thru 1st of January 2010:
What
is the primary benefit of Bowtech's 'Rotating Mod System'?
"An easy draw length adjustment of six inches,
using infinite draw stop features. Which gives you custom draw length tuning for yourself and others."
- Coaltan Gray
Question for the week
of 18th of December thru 24th of December 2009:
What
is Bowtech's fastest IBO speed bow available in 2010 and what is that speed?
"Bowtech's fastest ibo speed bow for 2010 is the destroyer 350 @ 342 to 350fps."
- Gean Pierson
Question for the week
of 11th of December thru 17th of December 2009:
What
benefits are derived from Bowtech's new FLX Guard Technology?
"The
new FLX Guard cable containment system addresses the tuning effects of extreme
cable tension and inflexible cable guards found on today's bows. The result is a
real advancement in tune-ability, forgiveness and accuracy."
Question for the week
of 4th of December thru 10th of December 2009:
What
arrow and bow configuration is generally used to compute the IBO speed rating?
"IBO speed rating is computed using the bow draw weight at 70#, a 30" draw length, and 350 grain arrows."
- Rich Pierson
Question for the week
of 20th of November thru 3rd of December 2009:
How
is 'grain' used in archery and how many 'grains' equal one (1) pound?
"The
measure of weight usually used when weighing arrows or arrow tips. 7000 grains
make a pound ."
No Correct Answer
Submitted (Our very own FAQ page.)
Question for the week
of 13th of November thru 19th of November 2009:
Why
would someone want to use an 'armguard' in archery?
"People use arm guards to protect from string burn or to keep sleeves out of the way of the string."
- Gean Pierson
Question for the week
of 13th of November thru 19th of November 2009:
What
exactly is 'let off'?
"The percent that a bows holding weight is reduced from its pulling weight when the cams are in the valley."
- Cordell Sheridan
Question for the week
of 7th of November thru 12th of November 2009:
What
is the 'cam' used for on a compound bow?
"The
wheel or pulley on the end of compound bow's limb used to provide let-off and
power. They may be round or elliptical shape."
No Correct Answer
Submitted (Avid Archers Web-Site FAQ Page)
Question for the week
of 30th of October thru 5th of November 2009:
If
you measure the perpendicular distance from the bowstring to the points where
the riser and limbs meet, what is the tiller?
"The
tiller is the difference in these two measurements"
- No Correct Answer
Submitted (Avid Archers Web-Site FAQ Page)
Question for the week
of 23rd of October thru 29th of October 2009:
Why may you use a
'stabilizer' on a bow?
"Placed
on a bow for the purpose of reducing torque and shock after releasing the arrow.
Also, it helps level out the bow and hold it steady prior to releasing." - No Correct Answer
Submitted (Avid Archers Web-Site FAQ Page)
Question for the week
of 16th of October thru 22nd of October 2009:
In archery, what is a
'cock feather'?
"The cock vane is the odd colored vane or fletching on the
arrow" - Lane Pierson
Question for the week
of 9th of October thru 15th of October 2009:
What is it called when
at full-draw, the area between a compound's wall and the point where the let-off
ceases to exist?
"The
Valley." - Roger Rigby
Question for the week
of 2nd of October thru 8th of October 2009:
Where is the correct
place to attach your tag on big game after bagging it?
Deer,
elk, pronghorn and black bear: attach to the largest portion of the carcass.
Mountain
lion: attach to the hide.
No Correct Answer
Submitted (2009 Hunting Regulations page 67)
Question for the week
of 25th of September thru 1st of October 2009:
Is it legal to
hunt with 'expandable' broadheads in Idaho? Please explain your answer
completely.
"It
is unlawful pursue or kill big game animals with an arrow or bolt equipment with
an expandable broadhead in the state of Idaho"
- Rich
or Gean Pierson
Question for the week
of 18th of September thru 24th of September 2009:
What are the age
requirements for big game hunting in Idaho?
"You
must be twelve years old and have hunters education" - David Medina
Question for the week
of 11th of September thru 18th of September 2009:
What 'big
game' can be hunted with dogs in Idaho?
"Only
mountain lion and black bear may be hunted with dogs in season" - Josee
Peck
Question for the week
of 4th of September thru 10th of September 2009:
What is the
definition of 'hunting' in Idaho?
"Hunting
means chasing, driving, flushing, attracting, pursuing, worrying, following or
on the trail of, shooting at, stalking, in lying in wait for any wildlife
whether or not such wildlife is then subsequently captured, killed, taken or
wounded."
No Correct Answer
Submitted (2009 Hunting Regulations page 62)
Question for the week
of 28th of August thru 3rd of September 2009:
What is the rule
pertaining to 'party hunting' in Idaho?
"It
is unlawful to party hunt, or help fill another person's tag in Idaho. " No Correct Answer
Submitted (2009 Hunting Regulations page 62)
Question for the week
of 21st of August thru 27th of August 2009:
What is 'kenetic
energy' as it pertains to an arrow and how is it calculated?
Kinetic
Energy = (arrow weight) / 450,800 x (arrow speed). Kinetic energy measures the
level of penetration your arrow possesses.
No Correct Answer
Submitted (Our very own FAQ page.)
Question for the week
of 14th of July thru 20th of August 2009:
What are
classified as 'predatory and unprotected animals' in Idaho and when may they be
hunted?
"Coyotes,
skunks,
weasels, jackrabbits and starlings are classified by
Idaho
law as predatory and unprotected. They may be taken in
any number year-round and at any time by holders of the
appropriate valid
Idaho
hunting or trapping licenses, provided
such taking is not in violation of state, county or city laws,
ordinances, rules or regulations."
No Correct Answer
Submitted (2009 Hunting Regulations page 63)
Question for the week
of 7th of July thru 13th of August 2009:
When is the open
season in Idaho for caribou, bison (buffalo), grizzly bear or lynx?
"There
is no open season for caribou, bison (buffalo), grizzly bear or lynx in
Idaho" -
No Correct Answer
Submitted (2009 Hunting Regulations page 64)
Question for the week
of 31st of July thru 6th of August 2009:
When may you
legally use an electronic call to attract big game while hunting in Idaho?
"No electronic calls may be used to attract big game for the purpose of harvest, except such calls nay be used to attract mountain lions in Units 41 and 42."
- Dan Miller
Question for the week
of 24th of July thru 30th of July 2009:
Which arrow spine
is stiffer, the 340 or 400 arrow?
"The
340 arrow." - Kody Nelson
Question for the week
of 17th of July thru 23rd of July 2009:
What does it mean
to 'torque the bow' in archery?
"Gripping your bow too tight or tension in your bow hand or arm causes the bow to rotate in your hand.
Bow torque causes your groups to string out left and right." - Edward
Thurley
Question for the week
of 10th of July thru 16th of July 2009:
What is the 'cock
feather?
"The
cock feather is the odd colored feather in a fletched arrow that is normally
positioned up so as to clear the arrow rest." - Jane Darrow
Question for the week
of 3rd of July thru 9th of July 2009:
What is a 'kisser
button' used for in archery?
Allows
you to anchor consistently by placing the kisser on the bowstring and making
sure it touches the same part of your lips each draw.
- Rocky Biegel
Question for the week
of 26th of June thru 2nd of July 2009:
What is a 'loop'
as it is used in archery?
"A
string in a U shape tied on the bow string around the nock point that a release
aid is attached to when shooting"
-
Linda Benson
Question for the week
of 19th of June thru 25th of June 2009:
What are
"field points" and what are they generally used for?
"Points
that are round (no blades) with a sharp point, usually used for practice."
- Len Neukirchen
Question for the week
of 12th of June thru 18th of June 2009:
What is the 'best
way' to move equipment up or down a tree stand?
"Use
a rope line to move equipment up and down." - Josee Peck
Question for the week
of 5th of June thru 11th of June 2009:
What is a flu-flu
arrow primarily used for?
"Flu-Flu
is specifically designed to travel a short distance. Such arrows are
particularly useful when shooting at aerial targets or for certain types of
recreational archery where the arrow must not travel too far. One of the main
uses of these arrows is that they do not get lost as easily if they miss the
target." - Jim Benson
Question for the week
of 29th of May thru 4th of June 2009:
When field
dressing big game you should be careful to look out for what items?
"Broken
pieces of bone and and pieces of or entire broadheads" - Jim Fischer
Question for the week
of 22nd of May thru 28th of May 2009:
What should you
wear while hunting from a tree stand?
"You should wear a
(short ) harness like a hunters safety system" - Rich Pierson
Question for the week
of 15th of May thru 21st of May 2009:
What should
a bowhunter do when switching from practice points to broadheads?
"Practice
shooting with the tips then re-sharpen them before you go out to hunt"
- Jim Doyle
Question for the week
of 8th of May thru 14th of May 2009:
What should you do
if your hunting partner acts in a careless or unethical manner?
"Call
their attention to the problem." - Julie Martin
Question for the week
of 1st of May thru 7th of May 2009:
What MUST any
person hunting in archery-only season, including controlled hunts, have in their
possession?
The hunter should
have is their bow and hunting license with the archery permit and controlled
hunt tag - Alisha Keetch
Question for the week
of 24th of April thru 30th of April 2009:
What should you do
when you become lost while hunting?
"STOP!
Think, Observe, Plan" - Stephen Medina
Question for the week
of 17th of April thru 23rd of April 2009:
To what does the
phrase 'archers paradox" refer to?
“archers paradox” refers to “bending.” It
occurs when an arrow is released from the bow. The forward thrust of the string causes the shaft to bend in one direction, and then in the opposite direction as it speeds downrange”
- David Medina
Question for the week
of 10th of April thru 16th of April 2009:
When should you
not shoot at a target?
"If
you are unsure of the target or your ability to make a clean shot" -
Matthew Benson
Question for the week
of 3rd of April thru 9th of April 2009:
When should a
responsible bow hunter draw a bow?
"When
a good shot opportunity is presented and the area beyond is clear".
- No correct answer submitted
Question for the week
of 27th of March thru 2nd of April 2009:
What is your
aiming spot when an animal offers a quartering-away shot?
"Behind the last rib aiming toward the far shoulder."
- Rich Pierson
Question for the week
of 20th of March thru 26th of March 2009:
What are the three
main causes of meat spoilage?
"Moisture,
heat and bacteria." - Josee Peck
Question for the week
of 13th of March thru 19th of March 2009:
Big game animals
may be legally hunted during what time of the day?
"One-half
hour before sunrise to one-half hour after sunset" - Lane Pierson
Question for the week
of 6th of March thru 12th of March 2009:
What are the signs
of hypothermia?
Shivering
........ cold pale or blue gray skin, Lack of interest or concern, poor judgment,
mild unsteadiness in balance or walking, slurred speech, numb in hands and
fingers. In the late stages the body trunk may be cold to the touch, muscles are stiff, pulse slows,
breathing becomes shallow, be confused....... - Gean Pierson
Question for the week
of 27th of February thru 5th of March 2009:
Responsible bow
hunters practice for shooting accuracy for what (specific) good reasons?
"For
a quick, ethical kill." - Gary Brogan
In addition to the
above answer & missing from all the answers: - "it
provides the skill necessary to make a clean, quick and humane killing
shot."
Question for the week
of 20th of February thru 26th of February 2009:
The
"unwritten law of the bow hunter" means?
The unwritten law of the
bow hunter refers to the "rule of first blood" The first hunter to place an arrow that would
"fatally" wound an animal has claim of that animal. - Amber
Sears
Question for the week
of 13th of February thru 19th of February 2009:
In Idaho, the
legal minimum draw weight that can be used to hunt big game is?
"40
pounds up to or at a draw of 28 inches" - Tyler Edmunds
Question for the week
of 6th of February thru 12th of February 2009:
Arrow
"spine" refers to what arrow characteristic?
"Arrow spine refers to the arrow's degree of stiffness - how much the arrow resists being bent"
- John Weisbeck
Question for the week
of 30th January thru 5th of February 2009:
Idaho law requires
that a broad head width measure at least what width?
"Broad
heads measuring greater than 7/8 " in width and having a cutting edge greater than 0.015
" thick" - Jacob Brogan
Question for the week
of 23rd thru 29th of January 2009 is:
Waiting 30 minutes
after shooting an animal may be too long before tracking if what conditions are
present?
"During
heavy rain or snow conditions" - Ed Burnham
Question for the week
of 16th thru 22nd of January 2009 is:
You have made an
excellent shot on a big game animal. What should you do now?
"Wait 30 minutes and then start track and recover"
- Bobbie Glade
In addition to the
above answer & missing from all the answers: .......
"locate the animal, make sure it is dead, tag it, then field dress the animal."
Question for the week
of 9th thru 15th of January 2009 is:
The most common
type of bow hunting accident is?
"Cutting
yourself with a broad head" - Kendall Bitton
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