50 REASONS ADULTS QUIT DEER HUNTING
Recently, I polled hundreds of people on reasons adults hang up their hunting gear. After receiving responses from hundreds of past and present hunters, and dozens of unique responses, it became apparent just how many reasons and excuses there are for people who choose to quit hunting.
Most of the following reasons aren’t good ones to stop hunting. If people want to hunt, they’ll find a way. If they don’t, they’ll find a reason. So, while we aren’t here to help people find excuses or reasons, we are trying to educate on why people fall away from the fold. You must understand where a person’s head is to help bring them back. With that, here are 50 reasons why adults quit deer hunting.
1. MONEY GETS TIGHT.
One of the leading causes of hunters quitting hunting is money. The purchasing power of the dollar continues to decline. Inflation is driving the cost of goods and services higher. And wages are stagnant. That translates to decreased disposable income and fewer dollars to spend on hunting. Still, you can hunt on a budget.
2. NO ONE TO TAKE THEM.
Some adults won’t or don’t want to go unless someone takes them. This is especially true for inexperienced hunters. Once there is no one to take them afield, they no longer have a desire to go. Generally, this is due to a lack of confidence, loss of camaraderie, etc. A lack of willing mentors is
