Note: Laboratory requires a valid fishing license and semi-public urination. A course for students majoring in Redneck Science.

102. Introduction to Hunting (3 units)

(Formerly: Hunting 101) Prerequisite: Hunting Safety (H107)

A general course introducing hunting principles and wildlife interactions in rural ecosystems, emphasis on locating, killing, and processing large and small game animals. The course covers hunting camp preparation, introduction to tracking, basic butchering and meat processing, and open-fire cooking techniques.

Note: Instruction will consist primarily of laboratory activities of various types. Hunting license required.

103. Applied Deer Hunting (4 units)

(Formerly: Hunting 102) Prerequisite: Hunting Safety (H107)

Emphasis on the application of biological knowledge designed to harvest a mature male Mule deer. Topics include: Preferred deer habitat, seasonal variations, and locating techniques. Various means of harvest will be discussed, including center-fire rifle, pistol, and archery techniques. The course covers hunting camp preparation, tracking, butchering and meat processing, and open-fire cooking techniques.

Note: A course for students majoring in Redneck Science. Instruction will consist primarily of laboratory activities of various types. Hunting license and D-6 zone deer tag required.

104. Introduction to Large Game Hunting (4 units)

(Formerly: Hunting 104) Prerequisite: Successful completion of Redneck Science 103(or equivalent) with a grade of C or better.

This course, with Redneck Science 103, makes up the introductory series for Redneck Science majors. Both courses must be completed with a grade of C or better before students will be allowed to take the second level of required courses in the Redneck Science curriculum. This semester covers dangerous game principles, an introduction to bear hunting, and anatomy and physiology of large game animals. Concepts and facts discussed in lecture will be closely integrated with laboratory observation and experimentation.

Note: This is part of the introductory series for Redneck Science majors. There are weekly laboratories. Hunting license and bear tag are required.

105. Introduction to Hounds (4 units)

(Formerly: Hunting 105) Prerequisite: Successful completion of Redneck Science 104 (or equivalent) with a grade of C or better.

This course consists of beginning hound care and selection. Topics discussed will cover scent hound breed and bloodlines and management in and out of the field, correct use of tracking and training devices, and and introduction to locating concepts. Laboratory observation will be required, with overnight courses occurring at least once per semester on an unscheduled basis.

Note: This is part of the introductory series for Redneck Science majors. There are weekly laboratories. Mode: Lecture and Laboratory.

106. Introduction to Varmint Hunting (4 units)

(Formerly: Hunting 106) Prerequisite: Successful completion of Redneck Science 102 and Redneck Science 105 (or equivalent) with a grade of C or better.

This course completes the introductory series for Redneck Science majors. Redneck Science 106 is designed to be taken in the winter of the students’ freshman year. This semester covers small game applications, including the pursuit of raccoon, fox, and bobcat using scent hounds. Topics include cold-weather tracking, night observations, off-road driving and self-rescue, and cold-camp techniques. Concepts and facts discussed in lecture will be closely integrated with laboratory observation and experimentation.

Note: This is part of the introductory series for Redneck Science majors. There are weekly night laboratories. Mode: Lecture and Laboratory.