Re: Hunters safety
Posted: Sat Aug 15, 2020 3:50 pm
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I will state that nothing is wrong with giving one's life for a just cause.
I can understand. That may not be some thought. And, I did not condone his comment. But, it is what the job boils down to. The basic mission of the military is to kill or be killed. When I do speak to people about the military, I point out that all jobs are in support of that effort. I been told that I would not make a good recruiter. But, I figure that people should be reminded of what they are getting into.
None taken. The comment took me off guard as well. Yes, we have gotten off track. But, Gunny has a sense of humor. I take that he was referring to the ultimate hunting course. Yet for deer hunting, the basic hunting safety course will work. For me, it was helpful. Even included basic hunting skills, which covered field dressing. It was no cost, until you take the final test. So, one could complete the course for free but not be considered certified until the final was completed.markiver54 wrote: ↑Sat Aug 15, 2020 8:25 pmWas nothing at all directed at you GFK. The other guy said it.
All I was imagining was his desire by that comment, to kill people, so it seems.
Sorry this thread got off track. I DO honor all who served.
As to hunter safety, my son and I were required to take a course many years ago when living on the east coast.
You're right, but my wife of 50 years has yet to get used to some of my sense of humor.GFK wrote: ↑Sat Aug 15, 2020 11:07 pmNone taken. The comment took me off guard as well. Yes, we have gotten off track. But, Gunny has a sense of humor. I take that he was referring to the ultimate hunting course. Yet for deer hunting, the basic hunting safety course will work. For me, it was helpful. Even included basic hunting skills, which covered field dressing. It was no cost, until you take the final test. So, one could complete the course for free but not be considered certified until the final was completed.markiver54 wrote: ↑Sat Aug 15, 2020 8:25 pmWas nothing at all directed at you GFK. The other guy said it.
All I was imagining was his desire by that comment, to kill people, so it seems.
Sorry this thread got off track. I DO honor all who served.
As to hunter safety, my son and I were required to take a course many years ago when living on the east coast.
https://www.hunter-ed.com
Man! What a great experience! Today's hunter's safety courses are nothing like that. You guys were fortunate. Most of the hunters safety courses that I have gone with my kids through were pretty boring, and the instructors were just trying to get it done.. although the one that my oldest daughter went through was pretty top notch.Hatchdog wrote: ↑Sat Aug 15, 2020 11:21 amDue to my age and the laws “back then” I have never taken a Hunter Safety course but I attended one with my son. This was back in the late 90’s sometime and is was one of the best weeks of my life. The course took place at a local farm and the presentation was incredible. It was around 3-4 hours per night for five consecutive nights. Since it was at a farm the field shooting part of the course took place daily. The course was geared more to shotgun hunting and the attendees were required to bring 100 shot shells. They shot at launched clay birds and on the last day a local dog handler brought this dogs and live pigeons which were released with the dogs present. I do have to brag a little as my son was the only kid to hit a live pigeon.
The course included walking with guns in the field, crossing fences and entering and exiting a Jeep. It also covered shotguns, rifles, handguns and black powder. The kids had the opportunity to shoot every type of firearm. Also covered was ammo and reloading. Every night ended with discussion around a campfire. Incredible!
Good for you who dedicate time to teaching the next generation of hunters and thank you!!!