Colorado Hunter Education Practice Exam

What is the first thing a hunter should do upon reaching a downed deer?

1. Unload their firearm

2. Take a photo

3. Check if the deer is alive

4. Signal other hunters

The correct answer is: Check if the deer is alive

Upon reaching a downed deer, the first thing a hunter should do is check if the deer is alive. This is important for the safety of the hunter and for ethical hunting practices. Option A, unloading their firearm, should only be done once the hunter has confirmed that the deer is dead. Option B, taking a photo, should not be the first priority as it may disturb the animal or waste time that could be spent properly handling the downed deer. Option D, signaling other hunters, should also not be the first step as it is not as crucial as checking the condition of the deer.