How to catch fish with your hands (noodling)
  • 1. What is the term for catching fish with your hands?
A) Seining
B) Angling
C) Noodling
D) Trapping
  • 2. Which type of fish is most commonly targeted in noodling?
A) Catfish
B) Trout
C) Salmon
D) Bass
  • 3. In what type of water body is noodling typically practiced?
A) Ponds
B) Rivers and lakes
C) Oceans
D) Swimming pools
  • 4. What is a common place to find catfish nests?
A) Tree branches
B) Hollow logs
C) Open water
D) Sandy beaches
  • 5. What is the main risk associated with noodling?
A) Getting lost
B) Sunburn
C) Animal bites
D) Paper cuts
  • 6. What is the recommended approach when encountering a large catfish?
A) Let go immediately
B) Scream loudly
C) Jerky movements
D) Firm grip, slow pull
  • 7. Is noodling legal in all US states?
A) Only in Texas
B) Yes
C) No
D) Only on Tuesdays
  • 8. What should you do before noodling in a new area?
A) Check local regulations
B) Call the President
C) Just go for it
D) Ask a fish
  • 9. What is a tool sometimes used in conjunction with noodling?
A) A vacuum cleaner
B) A probe
C) A chainsaw
D) A fishing rod
  • 10. What type of protection is important when noodling?
A) Wearing gloves
B) Wearing a tuxedo
C) Wearing roller skates
D) Wearing a chicken suit
  • 11. Why is clear water beneficial for noodling?
A) Mud makes hands stronger
B) Improved visibility
C) It doesn't matter
D) Fish like dirty water
  • 12. What time of year is noodling typically practiced?
A) Winter
B) Summer
C) Spring
D) Fall
  • 13. What is the potential danger besides animals in underwater structures?
A) Free food
B) Friendly fish
C) Rainbows
D) Sharp objects
  • 14. Why is it important to shuffle your feet when wading?
A) To stir up mud
B) To attract fish
C) To avoid stepping on dangerous creatures
D) To dance
  • 15. What should you do if bitten by a snake while noodling?
A) Rub dirt on it
B) Seek immediate medical attention
C) Ignore it
D) Suck out the venom (outdated advice)
  • 16. What indicates a potential catfish nest?
A) Floating flowers
B) Bright, sunny spots
C) Empty beer cans
D) Dark or shadowy areas underwater
  • 17. What technique can help with locating potential fish hiding spots?
A) Yelling loudly
B) Stomping your feet
C) Feeling around with your hands
D) Using a metal detector
  • 18. What is the key to maintaining safety when reaching into underwater holes?
A) Holding your breath for a long time
B) Being cautious and aware
C) Closing your eyes
D) Being reckless and fast
  • 19. What should you do if you encounter an animal other than a catfish?
A) Leave it alone
B) Take a selfie with it
C) Poke it with a stick
D) Try to catch it
  • 20. How does the 'feel' differ between a mud tunnel and a catfish hole?
A) Both tickle
B) Catfish holes are firmer
C) They feel the same
D) Mud tunnels are firmer
  • 21. What is an important consideration when choosing a noodling location?
A) Accessibility in case of emergency
B) How many trees are nearby
C) The presence of squirrels
D) Proximity to your house
  • 22. How can you help ensure the sustainability of fish populations while noodling?
A) Catch every fish you see
B) Pollute the water
C) Practice catch and release
D) Introduce invasive species
  • 23. Why is having a buddy important when noodling?
A) To have someone to argue with
B) For safety and assistance
C) To take pictures
D) To hold your beer
  • 24. What is the first step when feeling around in a hole?
A) Shove your hand in as far as possible
B) Throw rocks into the hole
C) Yell into the hole
D) Gently probe for obstructions
  • 25. What is a sign that a catfish might be present in a hole?
A) Bubbling water
B) The smell of flowers
C) A feeling of pressure or resistance
D) A ringing sound
  • 26. What is the best way to grip a catfish?
A) By the whiskers
B) Firmly inside the mouth or gill plate
C) By the eyeballs
D) By the tail
  • 27. What should you do after catching a catfish?
A) Handle it carefully and release or dispatch humanely
B) Dress it in clothes
C) Throw it on the bank
D) Use it as a weapon
  • 28. What is the impact of noodling on catfish populations?
A) Always beneficial
B) Can negatively impact populations if not practiced responsibly
C) Helps control invasive species
D) No impact at all
  • 29. What should you consider about water currents when noodling?
A) Strong currents can make it difficult and dangerous
B) Strong currents are always beneficial
C) Currents are a source of free energy
D) Currents don't matter
  • 30. What should you do with any trash you find while noodling?
A) Throw it back in the water
B) Pack it out and dispose of it properly
C) Leave it for someone else
D) Bury it
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