Recently one of our younger members were scolded terribly because of the hunting pics he posted. I also commented, and in hind-sight I must say that I think some of the comments, even including my own, might have been way too harsh.
Especially those of us who are seasoned hunters, or professional hunters, having had training in taking good hunting pics, should take a leading role and point our youngsters in the right direction. I think that most of the young ones on HN would love to learn from others (with the exception of a very small minority). We should take that lead and be careful not to make harsh statements. In future, let us use the private message system to get them to change their way of thinking, or give them advice on matters we think they need "schooling" in.
Scott Allen (haystack) just recently posted a blog and told us about his childhood, and taking advice from elders, and now being in the position to offer some advice to youngsters. I loved Scott's piece, and I think it is wonderful advice. Let us follow the route of offering our advice when we think it is needed, but let us do it in a manner that will not be degrading or questioning someone's integrity.
My apologies Rory. I'm sure I could have handled it better from the start. Happy hunting mate.
