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Focuses on the impact of hunting on children in the United States. Fear from classmates and associates; Comments of Dr. Helen Smith, a forensic psychologist; Promotion of respect for weapons and life; Effectivity of the School for Urban and Wilderness Studies program in rehabilitating delinquent teenagers.

Reflects on how hunting can help improve the bonds among relatives of different ages.

Asserts that young hunters need to strive to earn the approval of older hunters.

The author discusses commitment and services being offered by airgun manufacturer Crosman Corporation to rural lifestyle consumers particularly hunters. He acknowledges dedication of the firm to developing airgun products that would effectively provide training and enjoyment to users. He also offers insights on the benefits of airguns to both rural and urban consumers, the distinct features of Crosman products, and details about the Hunting Capability Chart being provided by the firm.

Provides advice in dealing with a non-sporting spouse who is unsupportive of the hunting or fishing activities of the other. Way to neutralize the fears and dislikes of a non-outdoors spouse; Way to promote co-parent support; Effect of attitudes against hunting or fishing on children.

Argues that hunters should mind their manners and thank their hosts for sharing their game, their land and themselves. Invitation of Magnum Research president Jim Skildum to the author for a hunting trip; Reason for the need for proper manners; Reference to an article by Tom Davis in the `Sporting Classics' periodical on the obligations of guests and hosts.

Reflects on shotguns and hunting as a way of life. Breed of hunting dogs; Things that are being collected in a hunting trip; Popular hunting grounds; Decoys and other hunting paraphernalia; Thoughts and experiences about having a good time.

Describes the efforts of James Thomson of Alberta, Canada to help feed the poor. His organization, Alberta Hunters Who Care; The provision of venison during Christmas time.

Discusses the closing of a small local gun club and the loss, not only of a place to shoot, trap and skeet, but also of friendship and camaraderie.

Presents the reflections of a hunter on hunting season held in October and November. Recollection of first hunting experience; Trout outing in autumn; Deer hunt with son.

The article reports on the return of the whale hunt of the Inuit hunters in Canada. It is said that the Canadian government has banned the hunt for over 50 years out of concern for the bowhead whale's long-term viability as a species. The Inuit is said to contend that the whale population is sufficient to sustain a small-scale hunt. According to the president of Inuit Tapirisat of Canada, Okalik Eegeesiak, the hunt was a reaffirmation of Inuit identity. He states that it is important to do it now while there are still people around who know how to do it.

Describes the opening day of hunting season in Iowa and Wisconsin. Different signs of the hunting seasons; Excitements of hunting; United States Fish and Wildlife Service survey; Comments of Bill Brocksmith, Terry Little and Mark Cender.