I'll have to admit that I spend a lot of time thinking about, reading about, and planning hunts, but it is only for a couple of months in the fall, and then I only spend a week or so hunting - some few days bird hunting and some few days either deer or moose hunting (rarely both).

But when it comes down to it, it's just one of many outdoor and indoor hobbies I have and doesn't take up any more thought or effort than others, actually 3rd or 4th on the list after xc skiing, general boating (float and motor), hiking,and music.

I do love deer hunting and moose hunting, but the end goal is the venison and although I really enjoy the time in the woods doing that, I end up making it as efficient as possible since I have so many other things I love to spend time and $$ on!