That thought never crosssed my mind. I think you're right. We've got the wide-open spaces and growing publics thirsting for new experiences. There's also that amalgam of egalitarianism that's appealing to the young.

Kids with doubts about whether they had shooting prowess or stomach for killing could join others of the same bent and mix with the experienced of all ages who would gently bring them to the fun and good manners of a hunt.