Has this ever happened to you? Sitting around the campfire the evening before the morning hunt, several hunters discuss the plan for the morning and one is strangely quiet. Maybe the "one" is new in the group; or maybe the "one" is the token girl...
The question hangs in the air... does their opinion matter?
Okay, guys, you've invited your spouse, girlfriend or daughter into your hunting camp. They've now entered your world of hunting and all that comes with it. They no longer question the reason for all the excitement when hunting season comes around. The girls not only understand the hunting fever and all that comes with it, they now join in the fun at every opportunity. You have won over the other side and together you are now counting down the days until you can do it all again each season. Bows, Camouflage, Arrows, Range Finders, Tree Stands, Backpacks. They all come in pairs, and your designated hunting closet space just shrunk - as evidenced by heels replaced by hiking boots.
But here are some questions for you... Do you value their hunting opinion? Do the girls in your world have a say in the planning? Do they get to voice their opinion when discussing the next hunting tactic?
Guys, hear me out. I know you may be cringing a little at this point. You have been hunting a long time and we (ladies) may be presenting some bizarre ideas. However, here is your challenge...
Good read Em! I especially liked the part about experience. Just like I would be a newby elk hunting in co, y'all would be newbies hunting mn white tails.
ReplyDeleteEmily, great post. A girl who's willing to go out hunting with the guys gets lots of points in my book. I'd let her have a say regardless of experience, just to help encourage more women into bowhunting!
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