Kids in the blind with you? How old?

[bmacha]

I started with my son at 4 with fishing close by in the Basin. He showed potential with being patient and we slowly expand from there. Longer saltwater trips then to the WMA for some squirrels as the year progressed.
This year I went out and got into a lease; first time in 8 yrs with the intent ro introduce duck hunting. Like most others very controlled conditions, short walk to blinds, snacks and something to keep him busy.

So far its been a great success. He looks forward to it so much that I get the best behaved boy all week, knowing his reward will be a weekend hunt.

One other point; it really helps if you're in a lease with kid friendly members. Growing up hunting young I can speak to some negative experiences that I'll be certain my kids aren't subjected too.

We also started gun safety at home. Showed my wife what we were learning and that he was capable of comprehending the dangers. She has since felt alot more comfortable.

My 2 cents.

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[simplepeddler]

Originally Posted by bmacha

I started with my son at 4 with fishing close by in the Basin. He showed potential with being patient and we slowly expand from there. Longer saltwater trips then to the WMA for some squirrels as the year progressed.
This year I went out and got into a lease; first time in 8 yrs with the intent ro introduce duck hunting. Like most others very controlled conditions, short walk to blinds, snacks and something to keep him busy.

So far its been a great success. He looks forward to it so much that I get the best behaved boy all week, knowing his reward will be a weekend hunt.

One other point; it really helps if you're in a lease with kid friendly members. Growing up hunting young I can speak to some negative experiences that I'll be certain my kids aren't subjected too.

We also started gun safety at home. Showed my wife what we were learning and that he was capable of comprehending the dangers. She has since felt alot more comfortable.

My 2 cents.

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More like a nickel's worth! Great points

[MathGeek]

I took my children deer hunting with me from the very youngest ages and had them squeeze the trigger while I held the gun to my shoulder. We killed a number of deer this way, with my children (as young as 3) squeezing the trigger on successful deer kills. They were killing deer, shouldering the guns themselves, by age 9 or so, as well as effectively using a crossbow for successful kills.

Safety and comfort are the key to both hunting and fishing with children. Early success is also important.

My daughter (15) is now an excellent rifle shot, regularly competing well (and occasionally winning) long range rifle contests and bench rest. She's also acquired an NRA Junior Instructor certification in Basic Pistol.