I took my boys hunting with me at ages 5 & 6.I taught them how to shoot bb guns & 22's when they were 5. My oldest got his first deer at the age of 12. This year my youngest turned 12 & he got his first deer. What's the difference if you teach your kids responsibility with a firearm & respect for the animal at an early age? My boys "Tow the Line" when we're hunting. If not they get their ass busted by me.I guess I'm just a little old fashioned Italian. People let their kids fish at an early age, so why not let them hunt if they listen to you & show responsability? I'm all for it.