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Rods & tackle

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drive

Hunting & fishing; Rods & tackle

A method of rabbit hunting without dogs, in which drivers try to push rabbits from a narrow band of cover to standers up ahead who are ready to shoot in a safe direction if game appears.

drowner

Hunting & fishing; Rods & tackle

Any device rigged on a leg-hold trap to expedite the drowning of a furbearer taken in or near the water.

drummer

Hunting & fishing; Rods & tackle

Another name for ruffed grouse, based on the bird's habit of drumming by beating the air with its wings in the spring to attract females.

dude

Hunting & fishing; Rods & tackle

An inexperienced guest on a ride or a hunt. A somewhat derogatory term.

dude string

Hunting & fishing; Rods & tackle

A bunch of gentle horses that work well together, and may be relied upon to transport inexperienced riders into the mountains.

eastern wild turkey

Hunting & fishing; Rods & tackle

The most widespread subspecies of wild turkey now found in 38 states.

arrow straightener

Hunting & fishing; Rods & tackle

A tool consisting of a precision "dial type indicator," roller supports for each end of the arrow, and an arm used to apply pressure to the arrow to bend it "straight" by using the indicator as a ...