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C) Suck out the venom (outdated advice)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