P. S. Haverland

Sixth-grade students (N = 2,916) attending 127 Missouri public schools were surveyed (86% response) to detennine their behaviors, attitudes, and knowledge about fishing and the aquatic environment. Data were collected using a stratified random sampling procedure. Most students enjoyed fishing (82%), although a few students did not want to fish again (7%). Student scores reflected a need for more education about aquatic ecology (67%), aquatic resource management (62%), and water topics (45%). An analysis of variance indicated students' knowledge scores significantly differed for gender,...

Missouri fifth grade students (N = 2,581) selected from a stratified random sample of 100 public elementary schools were surveyed to determine their knowledge about white-tailed deer (Odocoileus virginianus). Students possessed good general knowledge about deer biology, management and hunting. Statements about habitat management and specialized information for deer proved most difficult for students as indicated by mean correct responses of only 51% and 45%, respectively. It was noteworthy that only 45% of the students agreed that deer hunting is a good method for controlling the deer...