Article Review Of Hunting Ethics By Mitch Lane

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There are hunters all over the world that use the sport as more than just enjoyment and a goal to get a trophy. Over 200 million animals are killed every year from hunting for the purpose of food and land protection. Farmers who grow corn and vegetables need to kill animals that eat the precious

Sometimes the hunters even like to stuff the animals they killed so they can mount them in their house to show off. These hunters hunt all sorts of animals, not just one that you can usually find in the US. In other countries, it's more often than in the US to find poachers. These are hunters that kill endangered animals for the bragging rights and for the thrill of the kill.

Hunting has become a staple of American traditions since the beginning of the first hunter/gatherers, to the Native Americans who have lived in the U.S for millennia, even all the way until present day. Much of today’s society looks at hunting as a cruel activity when in reality it has more of a positive effect on the environment than it does harm. There are an abundance of benefits that come from hunting. Some of the benefits of hunting are: it is the biggest contribution to conserving wildlife, the meat is healthier than commercially produced meat, many jobs are being supported out of hunting, and every hunter wants “to bag” the trophy animal; however, there are a few cons to this, which include poaching and interference by the activist

Hunting is the practice of pursuing wildlife in order to kill it. Individuals who hunt do so for a variety of reasons while wildlife activists oppose hunters’ views and practices. Many people in rural areas of the United States hunt in order to harvest lean, organic, healthy meat for personal consumption. Some individuals hunt because it is tradition and a significant part of their heritage. Others choose to hunt as a means to escape the ins and outs of a chaotic society while taking in the serenity of the great outdoors in a therapeutic manner. Some hunters enjoy hunting for the thrill and the challenge of the chase. Other reasons people hunt include trophy hunting, travel to exotic locations, spending quality time with family and friends, and wildlife conservation. Individuals who are against hunting typically argue that hunting is inhumane and is considered cruelty to animals. Due to the benefits of properly managed ethical hunting, hunting should be legal within the United States.

By definition, hunting is anything that involves killing game animals for food or sport. However, it is so much more than that. Beginning with the basics, the gear for hunting usually involves a firearm, bow, knife, or even sometimes dogs. Using these weapons, one can hunt anytime including day or night to take on the challenge of attempting to kill a game animal. These game animals can range anywhere from a varmint to an elk but mainly include mammals. The objective may be to either sit or wait for game or even sometimes attempting to stalk the target. Though this sport is sometimes underestimated for the amount of danger involved, it definitely has risks. Being in the wild with certain animals such as a bear can turn into a situation that could be life threatening if certain precautions aren’t taken. Furthermore, surrounding objects such as snakes or even the firearm being used can also pose a threat at times. Though there are plenty of animals to hunt, many people still see this as a sport that is unethical to the animals. Unlike other sports,

According to Statisticbrain, The total number of people over the age of 16 that hunt annually is over 12.6 million. Families used to hunt to feed themselves, and even younger children were taught to hunt to help contribute to their family’s survival. Over the years it has changed but the tradition of hunting together is still passed down from one generation to another. While hunting for meat is no longer a necessity, wild game is still much better for you and healthier than meat bought in a grocery store. Hunting also requires a person to take a class in Hunter Safety before they can legally hunt, where firearm safety and shooting skills are taught. Hunting as a family is a bonding experience where time is spent outside together instead of indoors sitting down watching television or playing video games. There is a saying that goes “Take your kids hunting and you won’t have to hunt for your kids” - kids who are involved with their families more and spend time doing things they enjoy together are much less likely to get in trouble. People who grow up learning how to handle guns safely and respect firearms are much less likely to use one irresponsibly.

For many years there has been the argument between hunters and animal rights groups on whether hunting is or should be socially accepted in today’s society. Peterson’s argument is that yes there are unethical people that hunt such as poachers who break the law and also disrespect nature. But the other people that are hunting are doing it for food, management to prevent overpopulation of a species which results in diseases in the heard and destruction of land, and lastly the enjoyment of being close to nature when they are hunting. Peterson suggests that simple things such as getting rid of the concept of hunting as “sport” will help to legitimize it and will place with activities like hiking and swimming to bring humanity closer to sensuous

In conclusion, I don’t agree with big game hunting because statistics show that non lethal nature viewing benefits more than simply killing animals for money. Not only that, but they kill the animal, only taking the parts they want and leaving the rest to rot. To kill an innocent creature for bragging rights is simple

“Hunting is good for the environment because one it helps keep down on the deer herd and other animals that are hunted.”(Smith) ”When you hunt you help herds of animals from getting to over populated. When the deer herds are kept to a lower number there is less likely of a chance for diseases to start to get spread around in return killing off a lot of the deer herd. Hunting to keep down on the deer herd also helps prevent interbreeding. When there gets to be too many deer in one herd there is a good possibility that interbreeding can occur and then birth defects could occur as well as health problems. When deer herds are kept to a low number there is not as much of a chance for deer and vehicle crashes to happen. When there is smaller deer herds that are controlled by hunting the

Many people consider hunting dangerous. This is not necessarily correct. Before any person is legally allowed to hunt in most states, they must undergo a required

2).With 12.5 million hunters in the United States, it seems as though most families have a reason to support hunting rights in country. Safety is a top propriety; new younger hunters are now required to pass a gun hunting safety class. The safety class deals with such issues as proper handling of a firearm, and safety issues and how one must never point a gun at anything that the hunter does not want to kill.“The hunter education course instills in students the knowledge and skill to be a responsible and safe hunter. The basic course consists of 10 lessons during a minimum of 10 hours. Students learn how hunting accidents are caused and how they can be prevented. Hunter responsibility and safety are stressed throughout the classes, which consist of lectures, demonstrations, group discussions, practical exercises, and individual study and activity assignments” (Wisconsin department of natural resources, 2009, p.1). Hunting is also important to the economy of the country in 2006, [125 million hunters entered the woods spending $22.9 billion that would have not went into the economy without hunting. Total cost of hunting equipment for hunting was $10.7 Billion](“2006 National Survey of Fishing, Hunting, and Wildlife-Associated Recreation,” 2006). Which would not have went to local business without hunting. Hunting is not just a pastime in the United States; it is big business

When a Minnesota dentist killed a prized African lion named "Cecil" he received an onslaught of criticism and reignited the debate concerning hunting. To many people, hunting is a cruel and inhuman act. For others, hunting is a sport and a way of life. Is hunting ethical? Should hunting be allowed to continue? First off, what is hunting? According to the Encyclopedia Britannica, hunting is a “sport that involves the seeking, pursuing, and killing of wild animals and birds, called game and game birds, primarily in modern times with firearms but also with bow and arrow” (“hunting”). It is my firm belief that most hunting should most definitely be allowed to continue and they should also be supported.

Harvesting game not only benefit the land and wildlife; it also helps out a family. Venison and other wild game meats are healthy and great sources of protein. Over forty meals can be made with a single deer, which can feed a family of four ten times. The price of a hunting license and game tag combined is around eighty dollars; that can really help out a family in need. Instead of buying beef at a store which came from a slaughter house, you can pay for a hunting license and a game tag, and go harvest a deer. That deer will put food on your table and keep the game population managed. Humans might not find benefit to the hide nowadays, but that is no reason not to hunt. Hunting is still beneficial to the animals and yourself.

Hunting is very valuable to me, but the value is deeper than just hunting. There are so many aspects of hunting that I love but I hold my bow above all of them. Having my bow with me when I’m in the stand gives me a since of dominance, also brings pride knowing I’ve worked hard and stayed committed to something I truly love. Even though I would have liked to been given all my hunting needs, I’m proud of myself for going out and getting those needs by myself. While hunting in general I like to follow a code of ethics, which is a set of rules based on personal ethical values. With all the different animals to hunt and ways to hunt them, I take the most interest in hunting the allusive whitetail deer with my cherished bow. Buying my bow then getting into bow hunting caused me to take responsibility and taught me to stay committed to my true values in my life.