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A) Suck out the venom (outdated advice)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