Harvest Management

Personal Code of Ethics

Personal Ethics

“Unwritten Laws”

Set of personal

standards

Sense of decency

Group Ethics – All hunters adopt basic personal ethicsLandowner relations

Always ask permissionSize of partyDo not disturb

livestockDo not litterStay on lanes and

pathsLimit game takenDo not wear out

welcomeOffer landowner helpSend thank you note

Regard for other’s feelings

Respect property

Hunt in areas away

from general

public

Respect the land

Respect opposing

views

Relationship with other hunters or companions 

Show considerationLimit competitionBe helpfulDo not shoot over limitObserve safe gun handling at all times

Self-respectKnow your

physical limitations

Do not place your life or others at risk

Be prepared for emergencies

Respect wildlifeSportsperson and

naturalistRecognize and respect

wildlife year roundObserve “fair chase”

principleSkillful in use of

appropriate equipment

Make use of entire animal

 

difference between law and ethic

Respect laws and enforcement officersObey lawsReport unlawful actsCooperate with law

enforcement officialsTurn In Poachers, Inc.

(a.k.a. TIP) is a non-profit membership organization dedicated to curbing the illegal taking of Minnesota's fish and wildlife resources.

TIP furnishes rewards to callers, providing information about wildlife violations which lead to an arrest. Rewards range from up to $100 for fish, small game and non-game species violations. The reward for big game and endangered species violations are up to $250.  For flagrant or commercial violations, the reward is up to $1,000. Callers may remain anonymous.

TIP - 1-800-652-9093TIP sponsors the “Wall of Shame”

Firearm code of ethics Treat every firearm as if it were

loaded. Control direction of muzzle. Clearly identify target. Proper ammunition, clean barrel

and action. Unload firearm when not using.

Leave action open. NEVER point a firearm at anything

you do not want to shoot. Never climb a fence, tree or jump a

ditch or log with a loaded firearm. Never shoot a bullet at a flat hard

surface or water. Store firearm and ammunition

separately. Never use mood altering

drugs/alcohol before or during shooting.

Why is it important to follow ethical standards in the harvesting of large wildlife mammals?

People are judged by their actions

Rules are important.“Slob hunters” do not

follow ethics or rules.What is right and

what is wrong?Personal beliefs.Law based on what is

right or wrong.Hunting

organization beliefs.

Work to defend and protect our hunting heritage as a special privilege and noble American tradition.

Obey all game laws and regulations and insist that my companions do likewise. Follow safe gun and bow handling and insist my companions do likewise. Acquire marksmanship and hunting skills that will assure clean,

sportsmanlike harvest of species. Conduct myself, only after permission is given, as an invited guest of

landowner to assure welcome for future hunters. Educate self on benefits of conservation and how hunting is an effective,

essential and sound tool for wildlife management. Support conservation efforts that assure rational and sustainable use of all

renewable wildlife resources and promotes quality deer herds for future generations.

Conduct myself, always, in a manner that presents a positive image of the hunter.

Pass along to younger generations attitudes and skills necessary to be a true sportsman and outdoor enthusiast.

 Encourage all hunters to be responsible and law abiding conservationists to protect and enhance white-tail deer populations with a commitment to this code of ethics, fair chase and good sportsmanship.

Minnesota Deer Hunters Association M D H A Code of Ethics

Fear of being caught and punished   b. To receive a reward   c. Be seen as a good person by peers   d. To please someone else   e. To follow one’s religious or spiritual values   f. To uphold the law   g. It’s the right thing to do

Motivation in following ethical standards

Privileges An extra benefit given to a person or group, usually based on meeting certain conditions.

Powers individuals are given by the government that are protected by the constitution.

Rights and Privileges

PoliticsPolitical Appointees

Education and experience not necessaryIs still a problem todayKaibab Plateau Arizona and Vermont good

examples

Legislative ActionLobbyists, special interest organizations

impactExamples:

NRAMDHA

What are ways that individual actions and group actions impact large wildlife mammal management?

“Bambi Syndrome”Animals given human emotions and intelligence

Poachers not hunters responsible for shooting doe

Affects anti-hunting and non-hunting publicEducational Opportunities

Majority of public (non-hunting) do not receive wildlife education

Attempts have been madeCurriculumsP.S.A.’sTelevision programs

Education