The problem I have with some of the writing on this topic is that they paint people in such a light that they should feel guilty and that they are violating nature because they hunt predators. There are several words sprinkled in here and there which bear this tone that I mention. If your intent is to work hard at having a conversation yet casting a dim light on others who choose to hunt predators for any reason then it seems like a contradiction to me.
Predator hunting is a fantastic activity with some very interesting and challenging subjects. I particularly enjoy hunting bears for the most part and they eat real well if they have been foraging on berries for example. As a matter of fact a very large black bear will provide much more meat than a large mule deer.
I have tolerated the tone of others messages here and been mostly respectful or otherwise ignored remarks of political nature from a select few. However if I even cross the line in the sand I have been reminded that I am on the radar. Well I just talk like I would at any camp fire and if you get a little snooty then I’ll raise that up a little and fire it back at you.
As to the predator hunting – It bears true that they need their ranks thinning from time to time. Considering how many people predator hunt versus ungulates for example, we can see that there is potential for problems without doing a multi million dollar scientific study by self proclaimed experts who have nothing to gain but recognition and job security.
