Right on David I'm right there with you on this one.
Me too!
What gets me more than anythibg about the QDM way is the arrogant perspectives.
It is assumed that if someone has not killed a "Book" buck that they must not be a very mature hunter or they must not be a very good hunter.
I understand those who just want to kill a "book" buck for their own personal goals......that's fine. But for pete's sake please stop puking your rhetoric to everyone and trying to convince everyone that in order to be a expert, you must kill "Book" deer! It's simply not true.
For sure!
The Macho elitist seem to be trying to force from the hunting ranks the average hunter. They seem to be segregating themselves as a superior class and tend to put down the guy who does it just for the fun of it.
I couldn't agree more!
I can remember when you could ask a farmer for permission to hunt his land, and 9 out of 10 time he would say sure. Now finding land to hunt it like pulling teeth. Ask a farmer now and he will tell you, Im leasing the hunting rights, or an outfitter has already bought the rights.[:@]
For the record, there's nothing selfish about me at all. All those that want to come to Colorado to hunt, the door will always be open. Although, you'll need to be in the best physical condition of your life. The altitude has a way of humbling a person here. Be prepared to spill your guts a few times (we won't be hunting from tree stands and there will be some measurable tread missing from your boots when we're finished). I will not promise you a deer (big or small-we'll be hunting), but you'll have the time of your life! I'll even help pack your animal if you so desire. You will certainly have an experience to measure when you're ready to head home.
It's funny, I have a 5 year old son that suffered a stroke in uterus. Every morning I watch as he struggles to do something as simple as brush his teeth. In light of this, when I kill one of God's creatures, I do not feel skilled. I feel fortunate/blessed! I'm lucky to be standing, walking and capable of enjoying/sharing the great outdoors-it's that simple. Check those egos at the door!