1 credit
Fall 2025 Lecture Upper Division
Introduction to the social, economic and wildlife management importance of hunting and how it relates to North American wildlife conservation. History of hunting and the North American Model of wildlife conservation, contrasted with those of European nations. Students will be required to participate in or observe hunting-related activities outside of class. This exercise is conducted off-campus on local Purdue-maintained properties.
Learning Outcomes1Understand the history and role of hunting in North America.
2Understand the economic impacts of hunting to wildlife conservation.
3Examine how hunting influences wildlife management.
4Examine the relationship of hunter demographics, ethics, public perception, and animal rights issues to hunting.
5Apply the tenets of the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation to management and conservation challenges.
6Experience hunting through first-hand activities.
7Articulate the impacts of hunting to peers and constituents.
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