I was fortunate to grow up in a hunting household. In fact, my entire extended family of uncles and cousins and family friends were all fanatical hunters. My dad, his brother and his father were market hunters and guides back in the day - hunting is as much a part of my life as breathing air is. I still have my first gun, a Stevens 3 shot bolt action .410, as well as an ever expanding collection of hardware. They are mostly shotguns, about half SxSs as well as a few others, but I've also decided that there has not been a firearm made that I don't like! So I also have a number of rifles, some for hunting and some, like the AR-15s, for longer range target shooting, coyote hunting and just plain fun. The pistols are another burgeoning addiction!
In spite of my love of all things firearm, I have to admit that waterfowl hunting is my life's passion. The rest of the year is merely preparation for duck and goose season.
Both my sons are excellent shots with shotgun, pistol and rifle, having been started as early as possible. May the tradition continue...
