Kodiak Island Hunting and Bear Encounters

On Kodiak Island, Mike Horstman faces challenges hunting deer due to bear competition. Despite the risks, he successfully hunts a deer, carefully avoiding bears, and returns to camp with enough meat for winter.

What is the main reason Mike Horstman is out hunting on Kodiak Island?

• To explore new hunting grounds

• To observe the bears

• To enjoy the warm weather

• To meet his protein quota for the season

Why are the bears on Kodiak Island particularly active during this time?

• They are preparing for hibernation

• They are avoiding the cold weather

• They are searching for new territory

• They are migrating to a new area

What is the primary food source for Kodiak bears to gain hibernation weight?

• Deer

• Berries

• Salmon

• Roots

What is Mike's primary concern while hunting with bears around?

• Getting lost in the woods

• Encountering a bear and losing his hunt

• Finding enough food for his dog

• Running out of ammunition

How does Mike ensure his safety while hunting with bears around?

• He hunts only during the day

• He carries a bear spray

• He stays on high alert and assesses threats

• He avoids areas with bear sightings

What does Mike do immediately after shooting the deer?

• Sets up camp for the night

• Takes a break to rest

• Calls for help to carry the deer

• Quickly processes the deer to avoid attracting bears

What does Mike do to minimize the risk of a bear encounter while processing the deer?

• He sets up a perimeter alarm

• He processes the deer quickly

• He waits until nightfall

• He hides the deer in a cave

What advantage does the bear have when Mike is walking downwind?

• The bear can see Mike more clearly

• The bear can track Mike's footsteps

• The bear can smell Mike before he arrives

• The bear can hear Mike's movements

What is Mike's final reflection on the day's hunt?

• He plans to hunt again the next day

• He regrets not encountering more bears

• He is relieved to have enough meat for the winter

• He wishes he had caught more deer

What does Mike plan to do after reaching home with the deer meat?

• Clean his hunting gear

• Go out for another hunt

• Prepare dinner and relax

• Set up traps for bears