i wouldn' t force the issue. I think a lot have said about the age deal and that prolly has a lot to do with it....also....it might be he is affraid of the woods. I' m 19...and I' ve been going with my father and uncle for years and I' m still not comfortable about going alone. I sit alone....and just this year i' ve started to go by myself and I love it. Get away from the hustle bustle of life. It' s great. Well good luck.