Maine Firearm Hunter Safety Course Practice Exam

Disable ads (and more) with a membership for a one time $4.99 payment

Prepare for the Maine Firearm Hunter Safety Course with practice exams. This guide includes multiple choice questions, flashcards, and detailed explanations to help ensure you're ready for the hunter safety exam.

Practice this question and more.

What should you do if you fall into cold water in a boat?

Immediately remove all clothing
Attempt to get back into the boat
Swim to shore if possible
Stay with the boat and use it for flotation

The correct answer is: Stay with the boat and use it for flotation

If you were to immediately remove all clothing, you would put yourself at risk for hypothermia as the water temperature can quickly decrease your body temperature. Attempting to get back into the boat may cause it to capsize, putting you in further danger. Swimming to shore may be a good instinct, but it can be exhausting and may lead to drowning if the shore is far away. Staying with the boat and using it for flotation not only keeps you closer to safety, but also provides insulation from the cold water. It is important to remember to stay calm and conserve energy until help arrives.