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April 29, 2009
It Takes All Kinds
First, I want to thank you again for your continuing support. It means so much, and I look forward to seeing all this energy in other F&S blogs and message boards.
I'd promised to write in this home stretch about what I love best about hunting. But what can I say that would cover it all? I love what we all do -- connecting with the outdoors, taking responsibility for the meat I eat... I love feeling a part of the tradition of American huntresses, which stretches back to those black and white, turn of the century photos you see of skirt-wearing, rifle-toting sportswomen. Then there's the connections I've made with other people -- like my grandfather, who never would have started telling me his own old hunting stories had I not taken up the sport myself. It's a link I never imagined sharing with him, but it's made our relationship all the richer. There's also all I've learned along the way, from skill-based lessons to cultural realizations.
One thing I've been happy to realize is that the tradition of hunting--although the non-sporting public may only see as far as a stereotype--takes all kinds. I was lucky to enter the field for the first time with other women for a mule deer hunt. We were a group of twenty-something's and grandmothers, democrats and republicans, newbies and seasoned sportsmen. It was great to see such a range of experiences within even just one small group of huntresses. I've since hunted with anyone from pregnant women in South Carolina to Amish carpenters in Pennsylvania. And of course there are so many different kinds of hunters I've not yet had the pleasure to meet. I like thinking about the fact that hunting can be a common link between otherwise diverse groups of people. While we may all love it for our own equally-diverse reasons, the point is we all love it. -K.H.
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Comments (15)
Amen!
As someone once said,"life is a tapestry." When one looks at the back of a tapestry, there is a lot of different thread going in all directions. That is where the real work takes place for the tailor. But, when one looks at the front, he/she sees what the artist was trying to convey.
As in hunting, the stereotype becomes the dead animal and/or the hunter on the canvass of ones mind. A conventional, and oversimplified conception, opinion, or image that looses the true meaning of what hunting truly is to the hunter.
I agree with you Kim, that the connections we have made through hunting will forever be imbedded in our hearts and minds.
When I was younger,I always wanted to toss baseball with my dad. It didn't happen.
But, now that I'm a dad, I was more than willing to toss baseball with my children. Back and forth.Back and forth. Back and forth.
The ball became the needle that sewed my son and myself together ... kind of like a tailor, sewing lifes tapestry, woven together, inhancing and making our relationships richer and certainly more rewarding.
I just hope this cultural we call hunting, continues for my childrens, children ...
Very well said K.H.
I look forward to meeting new people every hunting season just as much as being in my stand on opening day.
And another amen!! Had my dad not gotten me started hunting, I may not have passed in on to my son. One thing is for sure....I do love to hunt.
As the end of the month draws closer, I find myself more sadden with the decision to end this blog. I wish there was something that all of us could do to change the minds of the decision makers.
Threatening to end our subscription won't change their minds as there are thousands of subscribers that don't even know what a blog is. Contacting the sponsers might raise an eyebrow or two but lets be honest...do they even give a rip??
I truely will miss you Kim and all the stories and tales. I have learned so much from all of you and at least F&S can't take that away.
Wishing you the best in whatever you do Kim, please stay in touch as I appreciate the emails.
Good luck and God Bless
JB
Same goes for me. My life is so much better for all the people I've met through hunting - I count many of them among my best friends.
We'll miss you, Kim. I hope to see your voice real soon in another venue.
-Holly
Hunting is something that has the capabilites of bringing everyone together... although they might not agree on other things like politics or religion, they can all share the same passion for hutning. It brings the un-likeliest people together, and lets them share a certain bond, and a passion so deep and rich that hardly anything has the capabilites of doing such things besides that of hunting and fishing.
Ma'me (miss/ms/mrs. huntress)
"Real don't cry",I know a little cleshay(spelling?)but to me this(your blog ending) is tragic,catastropic,and sorriful. It is breaking my heart that I did'nt get to start reading your posts earlier(not my fault,no access to anything in the "Boonies").
I too am in a position in life that I must move on. Luckily, through another posting (deer camp) where I'm going I might have a chance to meet new people, hunt with them and share the experience that we all love.
If given the chance I for one would be PROUD to hunt with you. God Bless and Good Luck in your life and the coming hunting season. Thank you again ma'me.
One of the things I enjoy most of all and warms the cockles of your heart, is watching the Women folks mix it up with the Guys and win at the same game!
Well said, Kim....
I'm still at a loss for words!
I'm sure going to miss this blog.
I’m with Big O, this is a sad day for all of us but especially for all the ladies who found a place to call their own. Balance is a key to success in many endeavors and the loss of The Huntress significantly reduces the equilibrium of this site.
In the short time I was allowed to appreciate your work here I found you to be a talented writer, a sportswoman of integrity and a person who deeply cares for the audience you serve, both men and women. For all of these qualities and for the balance you brought to the site we all owe you a debt of gratitude and our heartfelt thanks.
Your talent and integrity will serve you well in your future endeavors. If there is a way for you to continue to share them with us, your readers, I know many of us would appreciate it immensely. Fare thee well, Huntress you will be missed.
I would like to leave you with two quotes that have helped me in times of transition when the future was uncertain.
“For me there is only traveling on the paths with heart,
on any path that has heart,
and there I travel, looking, looking, breathlessly.”
- Juan Matus
“Be grateful even for hardships, setbacks,
and bad people. Dealing with such
obstacles is an essential part of training
in the Art of Peace.”
- Morihei Ueshiba
Wyoming is the Cowboy state and also the Equality state. I had just as soon have a huntress in elk camp with me as a hunter. I know some women who put up tents, saddle horses, hunt and shoot with the best of men. When the kill is made they pull their knives and go to work. The same women at the Buffalo Bill Historical Center Patron's Ball show up in high heels and long dresses with a deep slit up the side. Its absolutely wonderful knowing these women as friends and hunting partners. You can count on these gals which is more than I can say for a few macho fools I have hunted with in years past. If the ladies need help or don't understand what is going on they will ask and not just blunder onward creating a mess for everyone.
Okay, I have been rereading this blog trying to figure out what to say for a few days. Hunting really does have all kinds of folks, and I am sad that F&S felt we huntresses were not the kind of folks they wanted. However, I did get to virtually meet a lot of great people who shared wonderful stories about thier families, hunts, dilemmas,etc here. Kim, I will miss your blogs and topics for us to discuss and I wish you the best. Thanks to Jan, Judy, Lou, and others for making this a great place to talk about hunting from our perspective. You are always welcome in my camp!
Okay, I have been rereading this blog trying to figure out what to say for a few days. Hunting really does have all kinds of folks, and I am sad that F&S felt we huntresses were not the kind of folks they wanted. However, I did get to virtually meet a lot of great people who shared wonderful stories about thier families, hunts, dilemmas,etc here. Kim, I will miss your blogs and topics for us to discuss and I wish you the best. Thanks to Jan, Judy, Lou, and others for making this a great place to talk about hunting from our perspective. You are always welcome in my camp!
Sorry about the double post. Hey Ishawooa...us huntresses do clean up pretty good. Next formal function in Cheyenne I will get out those camo stilettos!
capture your moment in history with the enduring leagacy of art. chad lavin studio. www.lavinstudio.com
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As someone once said,"life is a tapestry." When one looks at the back of a tapestry, there is a lot of different thread going in all directions. That is where the real work takes place for the tailor. But, when one looks at the front, he/she sees what the artist was trying to convey.
As in hunting, the stereotype becomes the dead animal and/or the hunter on the canvass of ones mind. A conventional, and oversimplified conception, opinion, or image that looses the true meaning of what hunting truly is to the hunter.
I agree with you Kim, that the connections we have made through hunting will forever be imbedded in our hearts and minds.
When I was younger,I always wanted to toss baseball with my dad. It didn't happen.
But, now that I'm a dad, I was more than willing to toss baseball with my children. Back and forth.Back and forth. Back and forth.
The ball became the needle that sewed my son and myself together ... kind of like a tailor, sewing lifes tapestry, woven together, inhancing and making our relationships richer and certainly more rewarding.
I just hope this cultural we call hunting, continues for my childrens, children ...
Amen!
Very well said K.H.
I look forward to meeting new people every hunting season just as much as being in my stand on opening day.
And another amen!! Had my dad not gotten me started hunting, I may not have passed in on to my son. One thing is for sure....I do love to hunt.
As the end of the month draws closer, I find myself more sadden with the decision to end this blog. I wish there was something that all of us could do to change the minds of the decision makers.
Threatening to end our subscription won't change their minds as there are thousands of subscribers that don't even know what a blog is. Contacting the sponsers might raise an eyebrow or two but lets be honest...do they even give a rip??
I truely will miss you Kim and all the stories and tales. I have learned so much from all of you and at least F&S can't take that away.
Wishing you the best in whatever you do Kim, please stay in touch as I appreciate the emails.
Good luck and God Bless
JB
Same goes for me. My life is so much better for all the people I've met through hunting - I count many of them among my best friends.
We'll miss you, Kim. I hope to see your voice real soon in another venue.
-Holly
Hunting is something that has the capabilites of bringing everyone together... although they might not agree on other things like politics or religion, they can all share the same passion for hutning. It brings the un-likeliest people together, and lets them share a certain bond, and a passion so deep and rich that hardly anything has the capabilites of doing such things besides that of hunting and fishing.
Ma'me (miss/ms/mrs. huntress)
"Real don't cry",I know a little cleshay(spelling?)but to me this(your blog ending) is tragic,catastropic,and sorriful. It is breaking my heart that I did'nt get to start reading your posts earlier(not my fault,no access to anything in the "Boonies").
I too am in a position in life that I must move on. Luckily, through another posting (deer camp) where I'm going I might have a chance to meet new people, hunt with them and share the experience that we all love.
If given the chance I for one would be PROUD to hunt with you. God Bless and Good Luck in your life and the coming hunting season. Thank you again ma'me.
One of the things I enjoy most of all and warms the cockles of your heart, is watching the Women folks mix it up with the Guys and win at the same game!
Well said, Kim....
I'm still at a loss for words!
I'm sure going to miss this blog.
I’m with Big O, this is a sad day for all of us but especially for all the ladies who found a place to call their own. Balance is a key to success in many endeavors and the loss of The Huntress significantly reduces the equilibrium of this site.
In the short time I was allowed to appreciate your work here I found you to be a talented writer, a sportswoman of integrity and a person who deeply cares for the audience you serve, both men and women. For all of these qualities and for the balance you brought to the site we all owe you a debt of gratitude and our heartfelt thanks.
Your talent and integrity will serve you well in your future endeavors. If there is a way for you to continue to share them with us, your readers, I know many of us would appreciate it immensely. Fare thee well, Huntress you will be missed.
I would like to leave you with two quotes that have helped me in times of transition when the future was uncertain.
“For me there is only traveling on the paths with heart,
on any path that has heart,
and there I travel, looking, looking, breathlessly.”
- Juan Matus
“Be grateful even for hardships, setbacks,
and bad people. Dealing with such
obstacles is an essential part of training
in the Art of Peace.”
- Morihei Ueshiba
Wyoming is the Cowboy state and also the Equality state. I had just as soon have a huntress in elk camp with me as a hunter. I know some women who put up tents, saddle horses, hunt and shoot with the best of men. When the kill is made they pull their knives and go to work. The same women at the Buffalo Bill Historical Center Patron's Ball show up in high heels and long dresses with a deep slit up the side. Its absolutely wonderful knowing these women as friends and hunting partners. You can count on these gals which is more than I can say for a few macho fools I have hunted with in years past. If the ladies need help or don't understand what is going on they will ask and not just blunder onward creating a mess for everyone.
Okay, I have been rereading this blog trying to figure out what to say for a few days. Hunting really does have all kinds of folks, and I am sad that F&S felt we huntresses were not the kind of folks they wanted. However, I did get to virtually meet a lot of great people who shared wonderful stories about thier families, hunts, dilemmas,etc here. Kim, I will miss your blogs and topics for us to discuss and I wish you the best. Thanks to Jan, Judy, Lou, and others for making this a great place to talk about hunting from our perspective. You are always welcome in my camp!
Okay, I have been rereading this blog trying to figure out what to say for a few days. Hunting really does have all kinds of folks, and I am sad that F&S felt we huntresses were not the kind of folks they wanted. However, I did get to virtually meet a lot of great people who shared wonderful stories about thier families, hunts, dilemmas,etc here. Kim, I will miss your blogs and topics for us to discuss and I wish you the best. Thanks to Jan, Judy, Lou, and others for making this a great place to talk about hunting from our perspective. You are always welcome in my camp!
Sorry about the double post. Hey Ishawooa...us huntresses do clean up pretty good. Next formal function in Cheyenne I will get out those camo stilettos!
capture your moment in history with the enduring leagacy of art. chad lavin studio. www.lavinstudio.com
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