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A hunt is an activity during which humans or animals chase some prey, such as wild or specially bred animals (traditionally targeted species are known as game), in order to catch or kill them, either for food, sale, or as a form of sport. See hunting. Look up Chase in Wiktionary, the free dictionary Chase may refer to one of the following. ... The examples and perspective in this article or section may not represent a worldwide view. ...

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The word also applies collectively to a group of hunters practicing such a hunt, especially with dogs. Wikipedia does not have an article with this exact name. ... Wiktionary is a multilingual, Web-based project to create a free content dictionary, available in over 150 languages. ...


It may also, at least since circa 1200, take the form of a search for a specified target that can, unlike a hunting prey, remain unheard, as in specific compounds such as scavenger hunt or treasure hunt. Synonyms of hunt(ing) may have a similar derived meaning, e.g. photo safari. A scavenger hunt is a game in which individuals or teams seek to find all items on a list. ... A treasure hunt can be one of a number of things. ... Bloodless hunt or Photo-Safari describe hunting with the use of film and a still photo camera. ...


Hunt is also a common surname. It may refer to: A family name, or surname, is that part of a persons name that indicates to what family he or she belongs. ...

Hunt also is the surname of several fictional characters: Albert Hunt was the inventor of the transportation. ... This lower-quadrant Magnetic Flagman wigwag with original base, pole and cantilever continues to warn cars of oncoming trains in Santa Cruz, California to the present day. ... Alfred Hunt Alfred Hunt (April 5, 1817 - March 27, 1888) was the first president of the Bethlehem Iron Company, precursor of the Bethlehem Steel Corporation. ... It has been suggested that this article or section be merged with Bethlehem_Works. ... Bonnie Hunt Bonnie Lynn Hunt (born September 22, 1961)[1] is an American actress, comedian, writer, director and television producer. ... Dave Hunt, born in 1926, is a Christian apologist, speaker, radio commentator and author. ... Calvary Chapels dove logo which represents the Holy Spirit. ... David James Fletcher Hunt, Baron Hunt of Wirral, PC MBE (born 1942), is an English Conservative politician, and was a member of the Cabinet during the Margaret Thatcher and John Major administrations. ... Everette Howard Hunt (born October 9, 1918 in East Hamburg, New York, United States) worked for the White House under President Richard Nixon. ... Francesca Hunt is an actress from the United Kingdom. ... Frank Williams Hunt (December 16, 1871–November 25, 1906) was the Democratic governor of the U.S. state of Idaho from 1901 to 1903. ... George W.P. Hunt (1859-1934) was the first governor of the State of Arizona. ... The Rt Hon. ... Hon Greg Hunt Gregory Andrew Hunt (born 18 November 1965), an Australian politician, has been a Liberal member of the Australian House of Representatives since November 2001, representing the Division of Flinders, Victoria. ... Harold Guy Hunt (born June 17, 1933 in Holly Pond, Alabama) is an American politician who served two terms as the Governor of Alabama from 1987 to 1993. ... Haroldson Lafayette Hunt, Jr. ... Helen Elizabeth Hunt (born June 15, 1963) is an Emmy, Golden Globe and Academy Award-winning American actress, perhaps best known for her role in the television sitcom Mad About You. ... Henry Orator Hunt (1773- February 15, 1835), sometimes known as Orator Hunt, was a British radical speaker and agitator. ... Note: This article is about Gen. ... See also List of individuals executed in North Carolina Sources http://www. ... James Simon Wallis Hunt (29 August 1947 – 15 June 1993) was an English racing driver and Formula 1 world champion and subsequently a commentator and businessman. ... An artists rendering of James Henry Leigh Hunt James Henry Leigh Hunt (October 19, 1784 - August 28, 1859) was an English essayist and writer. ... Born in Waco, Texas, in 1943, gay American composer Jerry Hunt, created works using live electronics partly controlled by his ritualistic performance techniques, as he was greatly influenced by the occult. ... James Baxter Hunt Jr. ... Jonathan Hunt (August 12, 1787 - May 15, 1832) was a member of the United States House of Representatives. ... This article is about the former Speaker of the New Zealand House of Representatives. ... Lamar Hunt is one of the most influential sports promoters in the United States. ... Haroldson Lafayette Hunt, Jr. ... Linda Hunt (born April 2, 1945 in Morristown, New Jersey, USA) is an American actress. ... For the African American singer and novelist, see Marsha Hunt (singer and novelist). ... Marsha Hunt (born October 15, 1946) is an African American model, singer, novelist and actress. ... The original poster for the show. ... General Sir Peter Hunt was Chief of the General Staff, the professional head of the British Army, between 1973 and 1976. ... Peter R. Hunt (March 11, 1925 - August 14, 2002) was a director, a film editor, and has held various other roles on movie sets. ... Statue of Liberty, Pedestal by Richard Morris Hunt Richard Morris Hunt (October 31, 1827, Brattleboro, Vermont - 1895) preeminent figure in the history of American architecture. ... Roger Hunt MBE (born Golborne, Lancashire 20th July 1938) was a footballer whose predatory instincts made him one of the English games most feared and respected strikers. ... MBE can stand for: Member of the Order of the British Empire Mail Boxes Etc. ... First international Scotland 0 - 0 England (Partick, Scotland; 30 November 1872) Largest win Ireland 0 - 13 England (Belfast, Ireland; 18 February 1882) Worst defeat Hungary 7 - 1 England (Budapest, Hungary; 23 May 1954) World Cup Appearances 12 (First in 1950) Best result Winners, 1966 European Championship Appearances 7 (First in... Look up Football in Wiktionary, the free dictionary. ... Qualifying countries The 1966 FIFA World Cup, the eighth staging of the World Cup, was held in England from July 11 to July 30. ... Stephen Hunt is a short fiction author best known for his fantasy novel For the Crown and the Dragon which won the 1994 WH Smith New Talent Prize. ... Swanee Hunt is an Adjunct Lecturer at the Kennedy School of Government, director of its Women and Public Policy Program (WAPPP), and former US Ambassador to Austria. ... Haroldson Lafayette Hunt, Jr. ... Tristram Hunt (born 1974), is a British historian, broadcaster and newspaper columnist. ... Washington Hunt (1811 - 1867) was born in Greene County, New York and died in New York City. ... William Henry Hunt (November 5, 1857–February 4, 1949) was a state and federal judge and a territorial governor of Puerto Rico. ... William Henry Hunt (March 28, 1790 - February 10, 1864), was an English water-colour painter. ... William Holman Hunt - Self-Portrait. ... The Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood was a group of English painters, poets and critics, founded in 1848 by John Everett Millais, Dante Gabriel Rossetti and William Holman Hunt. ...

Hunt may also refer to: Dylan Hunt is the common name of at least two fictional characters created by television producer Gene Roddenberry. ... Deirdre, after the infamous 1983 incident in which her then-husband, Ken, lost all control and started to strangle her. ... Coronation Street is Britains longest-running television soap opera and its consistently highest-rating programme. ... Ethan Matthew Hunt (portrayed by actor Tom Cruise) is the central fictional character from the Mission: Impossible film series. ...


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Hunting - Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (2315 words)
Hunters must have registered for the game damage hunt roster between June 15 - July 15 or they must have responded to a FWP solicitation in order to be eligible for these hunts.
Significant season changes for the 2008 and 2009 hunting season include the implementation of limited archery permits for either sex elk in seven hunting districts within the Missouri River Breaks and unlimited archery permits for either sex elk in 23 other hunting districts in Regions 4, 5 and 7.
Hunting preserves, lands that host a commercial hunting enterprise, and lands where hunting rights are leased or paid for are not eligible.
Facts: Hunting (1436 words)
Hunting is permitted on 60 percent of U.S. wildlife refuges and in many national forests and state parks.
Hunters and hunting organizations also promote the idea that hunting is necessary for "wildlife management" and "conservation." "Wildlife management" and "conservation" are euphemisms used to describe programs that ensure that there are always enough animals for hunters to hunt.
Powerful hunting lobbies in 35 states have persuaded lawmakers to enact "hunter harassment" laws that make it illegal for non-hunters to interfere in behalf of animals targeted by hunters, but these laws are being challenged on constitutional grounds.
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