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Rods & tackle

gang rig (longline)

Hunting & fishing; Rods & tackle

Several decoys fastened at intervals to a long line with anchors at each end. Often used by big water hunters for putting out large decoy spreads.

gauntlets

Hunting & fishing; Rods & tackle

Elbow-length or (usually) shoulder-length rubber gloves worn by trappers when constructing water sets.

glass(ing)

Hunting & fishing; Rods & tackle

The act of searching terrain for game by observing through binoculars or other magnified optics.

glove

Hunting & fishing; Rods & tackle

Used by "fingers shooters" to protect the abrasion from the string that can lead to blisters. Usually just covers three fingers.

grapple

Hunting & fishing; Rods & tackle

Two- or three-pronged metal hook attached to a leg-hold trap with an extended length of chain; used to stop a trapped furbearer from moving away from the sight where caught.

grip

Hunting & fishing; Rods & tackle

Area of the bow riser that is held when the bow is shot. Usually made of wood plastic, or rubber, and in one piece, or two side plates. Locates the bow precisely in the hand.

guide

Hunting & fishing; Rods & tackle

A professional whose job it is to lead hunts for clients.

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