How to get into hunting?

[nVi2x]

Hey guys, first of my family to get into guns, let alone hunting. I've virtually no support system to learn how to get into it and so relying on people already doing it to help me get started!

Would love to start but it's hard enough to hunt, let alone without any guidance. Do you guys have any good resources that don't spend the first 30 minutes/pages introducing themselves?

Would also be awesome if I could find a group that helps new people, hunt shadowing, walkthrough, etc.

 

[Jim Mayo]

Hey guys, first of my family to get into guns, let alone hunting. I've virtually no support system to learn how to get into it and so relying on people already doing it to help me get started!

Would love to start but it's hard enough to hunt, let alone without any guidance. Do you guys have any good resources that don't spend the first 30 minutes/pages introducing themselves?

Would also be awesome if I could find a group that helps new people, hunt shadowing, walkthrough, etc.

You are on the right track, a little bit of humility goes a long way! Be patient, I'm sure you wii find a mentor to guide you!

 

[more_ammo]

Hey guys, first of my family to get into guns, let alone hunting. I've virtually no support system to learn how to get into it and so relying on people already doing it to help me get started!

Would love to start but it's hard enough to hunt, let alone without any guidance. Do you guys have any good resources that don't spend the first 30 minutes/pages introducing themselves?

Would also be awesome if I could find a group that helps new people, hunt shadowing, walkthrough, etc.

Let me know if you find something because I'm in the same boat.

 

[nVi2x]

Let me know if you find something because I'm in the same boat.

It's a tough boat to be on for sure. Most people nowadays seem to want less hunters out there so they can get more bucks rather than keep the tradition alive and pass it down. Then again, most hunters are probably not dwelling around in forums and social media.

I'll keep it in mind and let you know if I find someone willing to teach us, you do the same!

 

[Jim Mayo]

It's a tough boat to be on for sure. Most people nowadays seem to want less hunters out there so they can get more bucks rather than keep the tradition alive and pass it down. Then again, most hunters are probably not dwelling around in forums and social media.

I'll keep it in mind and let you know if I find someone willing to teach us, you do the same!

Part of the tradition is taking the bull by the horns and get out and do it. If you're waiting for someone to come along and take you by the hand and guide you through it, you may be waiting awhile. I'm not saying that trying to be a hard A$$ or anything like that. I agree, this lifestyle has become very territorial, and getting worse each year. Most guys just want to protect what privileges they have. With all the technology available through all the different media platforms, a guy can pick up on alot of useful information to get you heading in the right direction. However, nothing can replace good old woods time.