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Hunting / Accident Hunting Accident Hunting Incident Hunting Related Shooting Incident

hunt•ing noun \ˈhən-tiŋ\ Definition of HUNTING 1: the act of one that hunts; specifically: the pursuit of game 2: the process of hunting 3: a: a periodic variation in speed of a synchronous electrical machine b: a self-induced and undesirable oscillation of a variable above and below the desired value in an automatic control system c: a continuous attempt by an automatically controlled system to find a desired equilibrium condition See hunting defined for English-language learners » See hunting defined for kids » Examples of HUNTING 1.	His hobbies include hunting and fishing. 2.	The LAW prohibits the hunting of migratory birds. 3.	She likes to go HUNTING. ac•ci•dent noun \ˈak-sə-dənt, -ˌdent; ˈaks-dənt\ 1 a : an unforeseen and unplanned event or circumstance b : lack of intention or necessity : CHANCE  2 a : an unfortunate event resulting especially from carelessness or ignorance

Hunting Accident: When the two words are combined it could mean; while in the pursuit of game one can be injured in an unforeseen event or when an unfortunate event takes place resulting in some an event that may cause personal injury or death.

Example: If hunter “A” shoots at a running deer and had no idea that anyone else was in the area and the Hunter “A” could NOT see hunter “B” and is injured or is killed, this could be a ”hunting accident.”

1in•ci•dent noun \ˈin(t)-sə-dənt, -ˌdent\

Definition of INCIDENT 1: something dependent on or subordinate to something else of greater or principal importance 2a : an occurrence of an action or situation that is a separate unit of experience : HAPPENING b : an accompanying minor occurrence or condition : CONCOMITANT 3: an action likely to lead to grave consequences especially in diplomatic matters  See incident defined for English-language learners » See incident defined for kids » Examples of INCIDENT 1.	We just want to put that embarrassing incident behind us. 2.	Two people were shot yesterday in two separate incidents. 3.	Aside from a few isolated incidents, the crowd was well-behaved

Hunting Incident: Current experts in the field believe the term “Incident” better describes the events which take place when a person or persons are injured or killed while involved in the act of hunting. Example: Hunter “A” and hunter “B” went hunting together. Once the hunt began, it was decided that hunter “A” and hunter “B” would split up. Later, hunter “A” saw and heard something moving in the woods. He knew hunter “B” was somewhere in the woods but decided to take a shot at the noise and movement. As a result, hunter “A” shot hunter “B”, an action that lead to grave consequences killing hunter “B”.

Law Enforcement Agencies that now cover an event where two cars collide now refer to these situations as a “two car crash” as opposed to a “two car accident”.

Hunting related shooting incident is the proper term for an incident resulting from a hunter discharging his gun or bow and causing injury or death to another person or himself. Huntsrc (talk) 18:04, 14 June 2011 (UTC)

Hunting Incident Investigation Academy
Hunting Incident Investigation Academy The scene will speak to you; you must listen for the sake of prevention. Investigating a hunting related shooting incident can be likened to finding a needle in a hay stack. The mission of the International Hunter Education Associations (IHEA) Hunting Incident Academy is to provide skill, knowledge and confidence to Conservation Wildlife Officers. The IHEA is keenly interested in the proper collection, documentation, and analysis of data gathered by wildlife law enforcement officers during hunting related shooting incidents, hence why they offer this crucial training. The academy is designed to train commissioned Wildlife Officers on how to properly investigate and document hunting related shooting incidents. Hunter Education Administrators then review and analyze the data collected for curriculum development and media outreach efforts to aid in the prevention of hunting incidents. Through hunter education courses volunteer instructors provide students with the needed knowledge and skills to avoid becoming a statistic. The materials, curriculum, methodology and techniques found in the IHEA Hunting Incident Investigation Academy were developed through a collaborative effort of the late Homer Moe (Wisconsin DNR), Bob Staton (Missouri Department of Conservation), Rod Slings (Iowa DNR) in conjunction with Central Missouri State University beginning in 1993. Dr. Leanna DePue facilitated and assisted in further development of the academy from 1993 - 2007. Additional personnel from conservation agencies were involved: Mike Van Durme (New York), Keith Byers (Georgia), the late Texas Game Warden Mike Bradshaw and Tim Lawhern (Wisconsin). Curriculum development has been provided unselfishly by those listed above who are dedicated to the mission of the academy and hunting incident prevention. The Academy was originally held only in Missouri but has since been held in Connecticut (2008), Florida (2009), Georgia (2010), and will be in Iowa in 2011. In 2004 a second-generation of instructors were recruited and trained to bolster the instructor ranks of this academy. Currently there are 11 active instructors that make up the instructor corps. Requests and response from conservation agencies have been overwhelming and the academy continues to grow its list of graduates which now exceeds 600 Wildlife Officers. Many of these graduates have gone back to their agencies and provided localized training sharing knowledge and techniques necessary to conduct factual and impartial investigations. Based on evaluations collected at the conclusion of each course, many officers stated that this is the best training they have received throughout their career. As a result of the IHEA Hunting Incident Investigation Academy graduates have collected sufficient usable facts in the mission of prevention that have resulted in reduced numbers of fatalities and injuries from hunting related shooting incidents. Data gathered from such investigations have clearly demonstrated the main causes of hunting incidents. The curriculum developed for basic hunter education programs has since been able to better target these causes contributing to the continued reduction of hunting related shooting incidents. A national clearinghouse database has been created to store data collected from each IHEA member jurisdiction. Standardized reporting forms have been developed so that complete and uniform data can be analyzed. The IHEA has also adopted a standardized definition of a hunting related shooting incident. IHEA Hunting Incident Investigation Academy Mission Statement

"Training investigators to properly collect and document the facts of hunting related shooting incidents. Ensuring proper methodology and techniques are utilized for the purpose of research and curriculum focus on hunting incident prevention." Outcomes: The academy offers the opportunity to study, reflect, apply and improve professional practice based on the most recent investigative techniques and research related to hunting incident investigation strategies. Wildlife officers attending gain confidence and enhance professional skills. Examples of specific steps covered in the academy include but are not limited to: •       Acquisition of a set of analytical tools •       Scene protection and integrity •       Proper interviewing, making observations, and recording facts •       Prioritization •       Assembling an investigative team •       Preliminary evaluation •       Collection and evaluation of evidence •       Interpretation of evidence •       Organization and presentation of findings •       Lessons learned in the mission of prevention The graduates of the academy return to their respective jurisdictions prepared with the knowledge and skills to further aid in the mission of reducing hunting related shooting incidents. However, it is paramount that they receive the support of their agencies. Agencies can do so by providing their newly trained investigators with the necessary tools to conduct these investigations. Huntsrc (talk) 18:17, 14 June 2011 (UTC)