In the past it's been pretty much the same way Edmund, but in the last 5 years or so, bow hunting has become very popular and the competition for quality land to hunt on has also increased.
What I'm just starting to see that has me concerned is these type of brokers approaching farmers/land owners and saying "we'll get you X amount and we'll take a cut" and the thing is there is usually someone with the money willing to pay the money. Now many of these farmers/land owners know they can get good money for their property hunting rights. The polite, respectful and ethical hunter approaching with a smile isn't getting as far. Many farmers/land owners are holding out for the money.
Everybody has bills to pay so I can't say I blame them but where does it end, Something in demand in limited quantities always demands a top dollar and that what I am starting to see.
I guess I’m used to hunting for “free” and looks as if the writing is on the wall. There is no such thing as a free lunch.