Why We Hunt: The Five Motivations of the Modern Hunter

by Aaron Futrell

The drive to hunt is ingrained in our DNA. Every person is alive today because their ancestors picked up a spear and hunted. There is no escaping it. Hunting is a part of us. So why is it under attack? Modern society is downplaying and even trying to destroy hunting’s relevance. Hunting is locked in a battle that seeks to bring it to its knees. But all is not lost. Why We Hunt shows us how to combat these attacks by introspection and understanding what motivates the modern hunter to go out into the great outdoors and be an active participant in nature. Join lifelong Hunter and Outdoorsman Aaron Futrell as he explains the ins and outs of what motivates a modern man to hunt and how to use this knowledge to preserve hunting for future generations.

119 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 10, 2019

Reviews

[Marie Neumiller · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great read for hunters and non-hunters alike

A very thoughtful explanation for the various motivations for hunting and a good intro into the topic of conservation. A great starting point for the conversation.

[Andrew Wasilk · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book

This is a great book I would definitely recommend this book to hunters or nonhunters like I said great book

[Inland Northwest Wildlife Council · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great introduction to the various reasons why people hunt. Recommended read for hunters and non-hunters alike. Also touches on the American model of conservation, a good starting point.

[Eric Yunginger · Rating 1 out of 5]

This may very well be the worst written book I've ever had the displeasure of reading; I had to force myself to finish it just to see if the writing got any better. (Spoiler alert: It didn't.) The only reason I gave it 1 star is there wasn't an option for 1/2 star.

It did not take long to realize this book is written on the level of an early high school essay. But not only that, an essay where the author realized at midnight he had a paper due the next day, hadn't done his research, and slapped something together. And then, when he finished, he had four pages - but the assignment was for 6, so ideas were repeated ad nausem to meet the requirement. If this book had ever seen an editor, it would have been reduced in length by at least a third, if not half. As a former avid reader starting to pick the hobby up again, reading this was painful, between the entire paragraphs being repeated - saying the same thing in different words, to the unfinished anecdotes, the grammatical and punctuation errors, and, well..... the quote "because rabbits breed like rabbits" speaks volumes.

This book is a personal manifesto, compiled solely of one man's opinions, observations in his circle (largely family) and thoughts. Not apparently based on any level of polling, survey, or research. By the time I completed it, I was actually angry at myself for having purchased it. Yes, I spent less on it than an average fast food dinner, but I'd have regretted the heart attack in a sack less.

I mourn for the hours of my life I lost in these pages.

[Trevor Maughan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Questions about why we hunt, they are found here.

Being a life long hunter and growing up around friends and family that hunts. I agree those five reason of Why We Hunt. Are exactly that, the description and reason behind them are prefectly I line. Great book.

[Brian Kuecker · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very well written, easy, short read that gives a great explanation of why those of us that not only hunt but also enjoy just being in nature. This is a great read for both hunters and non-hunters alike.

[Chris Buckley · Rating 4 out of 5]

Don't necessarily agree with the trophy hunting chapter but the rest is dead on.

[Owen R · Rating 4 out of 5]

Why we Hunt was a very interesting book. It gave lots of in depth stories on why the author hunts. I would rate it a 5/5 because it was a good book and interesting.

[Sophie M · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed this book. I was able to connect to it in a lot of ways since I am someone who loves to hunt so it was an interesting book to read.

[Rye Bailey · Rating 4 out of 5]

The author lays out five motivations for hunting. While they may not cover every individual motivation, the encompass the most common ones. Also some compelling arguments for hunting systems in America and Africa. Pretty easy and quick read.

Join the Facebook group The Sportmans Party to learn more about the book, the author, and the online hunting community.

[Daniel Burkard · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a thought provoking look at hunting in America and would help many people understand something for which they have no frame of reference. I highly recommend taking the time to.read this ... while it is a fast read, it is engrossing, informative and even entertaining ...