Originally Posted by
PA Big Game Hunter
See that's just the thing. I didn't know how big it was and didn't know if it had cubs with it. So I let it walk. My camp is pretty much in the middle of bear central PA. I have a very good feel of what ill shoot, and I wont shoot anything unless I feel it at least 200 lbs. Give or take a few
I think it's a very good thing to have your own personal ethics and I applaud you for it. We have to be careful though chastising other hunters in public that are obeying the law. There are enough anti's out there doing that already.
Every hunter has a lifetime of experiences and personal circumstances that determine what type of hunter they are. I have no problems with any of them as long as they are obeying the law, being honest and being courteous while in the field.
Some have a nack for field judging and other hunting skills but I think it's a bit unfair to expect everyone to follow our own code book if they aren't breaking the law. If a law is not right in your eyes then I suggest you write your lawmakers to appeal for a change.