FALL 2016

Outdoor Education

Mrs. Peters

Introduction to Wildlife Assignment #1

(MODULE 1010)
What is Wildlife?

Total Marks = 40 marks

Objectives
- WLD1010 (1. Develop a definition of wildlife.[1.1-1.2])
- WLD1010 (3. Investigate and describe different attitudes and
opinions regarding wildlife management.[3.1-3.3])
PART 1 (8 marks)
For Part 1 of this assignment you will to write two definitions of
the word wildlife. Each definition needs to be at least 3 sentences)
1. Definition #1 Write a definition of wildlife based on your
own personal experiences with the outdoors. What does the
word wildlife mean to you? (4 marks)
2. Definition #2 Research a few definitions of the word
wildlife from print and/or internet sources. Develop a
definition of wildlife based on the results of the research and
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FALL 2016

Outdoor Education

Mrs. Peters

show that you have an understanding of the current

legislation in Alberta/Canada relating to wildlife. (4 marks)
PART 2 (32 marks)
For Part 2 of this assignment you will be research and
investigating wildlife management.
1. Research the following terms that all relate to the
management of wildlife. For each term, create a definition
and justify the use of each in the sustainable management of
wildlife on Earth. (Each definition needs to be at least three
sentences) (4 marks each = 16 marks)
a.
b.
c.
d.

Wildlife Conservation
Wildlife Preserve
Wildlife Re-establishment
Game-Keeping

2. Research manipulative wildlife management and custodial

wildlife management. Write a short paragraph that shows
your understanding of the two types of management. Be
sure to define each and then discuss how they are similar
(compare) and how are they different (contrast). (10 marks)
3. What is a Hunting Season? Define and describe each of the
following terms; (2 marks each = 6 marks)
a. Open hunting season
b. Limited hunting season
c. Closed hunting season

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