Half of New Hunters Never Make It Into the Field

Many new hunters run into barriers like a lack of accessible terrain, hunting networks, or basic guidance on how to get started. The result is that a large number end up with a hunting licence that never gets used.

At the same time, the article points out that women are the fastest-growing group among new hunters — yet many of them never get the opportunity to take part in an actual hunt. This shows that the barriers to getting started remain stubbornly high.