I grew up in a rural community and never had a problem while in school. I lived in Chicago for about 7 years and the people I worked with and friends I met did not agree with hunting. I tried to diplomatic and often discussed hunting with people who didnt agree. after a while people undestood what responsible hunting is. Communication and education of people who are not familiar with hunting is key in helping them understand that we are not a bunch of blood thirsty killers, as time went by I would bring deer jerkey to work and for a few people invited them over for deer steaks on the grill.
Good food seems to help people change their minds about hunting,