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An antidote to muddled thinking
Ortega y Gasset brings philosophical rigor and logic to the consideration of hunting.In a powerful counterblast to muddled, emotion-driven, anthropomorphic, confused, sentimental arguments - one can't call them "ideas" - OyG clarifies the core questions and quandaries, and gives a sound philosophical foundation for the defense - indeed, the celebration -of the hunting imperative that 21st century urban man sublimates or ignores at his environmental and spiritual peril.

An absolute necessity for the animal rights debate.
Ortega delves into the art of hunting, and gets to the root of the matter. Both the nature of human, and of animal are examined. Be forewarned, this is heavy duty philosophy, not just an article on where to hang a tree stand. Ortega wrote in the early twentieth century, and so some will think his ideas are dated, and that we know much better now. This gives rise to the thought that humans change rapidly. Ortega's work stands because we do not substantially change over just a hundred or even a thousand years. This is why Shakespear and the Bible are still applicable, and why Ortega's Meditations On Hunting still stands.The act of hunting has changed over the centuries, to evolve into sport. Ortega delves into this also, and his answer to our inner questions, and the current questions of animal rightists is so clear and distilled that it shines in one's brain. It is rare to find one so clear in academia. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Hunting    2. Hunting - General    3. Spain    4. Sports    5. Sports & Recreation   

Subjects:  1. Equipment & Supplies    2. Guns/Rifles For Hunting    3. Hunting - General    4. Hunting Sports    5. Hunting rifles    6. Shooting    7. Sports    8. Sports & Recreation    9. Sports & Recreation / General   

Reviews (25)

Great Foundation for the Novice Instructor
I will concede Mr. Wolters critics that this book does emphasize firm discipline.However I do not see this as a bad thing.After all anyone who owns a dog, irregardless if they hunt, take it in public, or just keep it around the house wants a disciplined dog that they can control.It does not teach excessive cruel punishment, just enough to let the dog know they were in the wrong.It actually emphasizes lack of attention and apathy more for initial and minor corrections.This book does counter the stern discipline by emphasizing the need to give affection after the rebuke.When it is said that the book uses old ways and techniques, remember that this book was originally written in 1961.But by no means is it outdated.As far as training it provides a solid foundation of techniques and important commands.What this book does not specify is timeframes on when to teach what.This is because every dog is different.It approaches the timeframe issue by applying the idea that when one thing is learned, move on to the next, but continue to reinforce all the previous trainings.The important thing to consider when looking at this as well as any other book is that time is the critical factor.Continuous daily training from an early age provides a system with which to grow.This book establishes that framework.With this system, you can train your dog to do anything.

Great book
I used this method 11 years ago to train my Golden to hunt. He has performed wonderfully and has hunted with me and loved going afield all these years. Arthritis has limited his ability, but he still loves to go. I am picking up a Llewellin pup in a few weeks and plan on using Wolter's methods once again. I highly recommend this to any novice hunting dog owner.

A huge disapointment
This was a waste of money, I bought Wolters Gun Dog afterwards and it made this video look even worse.
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Subjects:  1. Animals    2. Dogs - Breeds - Sporting Dogs    3. Hunting - General    4. Pets    5. Sports    6. Sports & Recreation    7. Pets / Dogs / General    8. Sports & Outdoor Recreation   

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Knutsons Point the Way
Direct, easy to understand, effective and rewarding.
The Most Detailed Dog Training Book
I bought this book to learn about the breed and training required for them. What I got was a detailed lesson on training any breed of dog. This book really breaks down the training process and helps you understand how a dog thinks. Once you read this book, the light will come on and you'll feel more assured when training you dog.

The Pointing Labrador
This is a no nonsense, practical guide to a very special type of dog, the Pointing Labrador. The book is written by an expert pointing labrador trainer couple with years of experience which they are willing to line out in their book for the average pointing lab owner. Starting with how to pick a puppy,beautiful pictures, to tips on practically everything involved with the rearing and training of this very special breed of dog. Very well written, easy to pick up and read about certain topics of interest, enjoyable and not too wordy or complicated. The emphasis in this book reinforces the idea that the training process can be funfor you and the dog, very positive. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Animals / Pets    2. Dogs - Breeds    3. Dogs - Breeds - Sporting Dogs    4. Hunting - General    5. Pets    6. Pets / Dogs / Breeds    7. Sports    8. Sports & Recreation    9. Sports & Recreation / Hunting    10. Bird dogs    11. Dogs    12. Dogs - Training    13. Hunting    14. Hunting - Bird Hunting    15. Hunting dogs    16. Labrador retriever    17. Labrador retrievers   

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MUST read for all riders
I've never really benefited from reading books about riding in the past, but Hunter Seat Equitation changed that! I constantly refer to the book when I'm riding and it has made me much more aware of my body and aids. The pictures are wonderful and really give a good example of what you are trying to achieve. It even includes things you might not expect, like how to choose the right horse to compliment your style of riding. Wonderful book.

Best book on riding
This is the best book on how to ride. Written logically, and so the reader can understand how to ride. Watch the video after reading the book. Every time you read it, you get more out of it.

Required Reading
The guru of hunt seat equitation, George Morris's word is law as far as the hunter/jumper rider is concerned. Anyone seriously involved in the sport should be expected to read this book. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Animals    2. Equestrian    3. Equestrian Sports    4. Horses - Riding    5. Hunter seat equitation    6. Hunting - General    7. Sports    8. Sports & Recreation    9. Equestrian & animal sports    10. Sports & Recreation / Hunting   

Reviews (4)

How to help gundogs train themselves
As an all breeds trainer of gundogs, this book is the first book that I recommend for everyone witha new puppy whether the first puppy or the latest in a line of gundogs. It is well thought out, well written and full of solid information and suggestions. Read it, re-read it and use it, you will be glad you did.
A must read for all dog owners
I am an avid bird hunter here in the Northestern US. Through the years I have owned, trained and handled a number of hunting and non-hunting dogs. I also judge hunting dogs, not for show, but for their natural hunting qualities and their ability to take training to become excellent, finished hunting dogs and good citizens around the house. Consequently, I get to see a large number of dogs every year who have been trained using the principles outlined in Joan Bailey's book, and unfortunately, some who have not. There is no question in my mind this is the best book available for anyone who wants to groom a great hunting dog, and a wonderful canine companion. The book is beautifully written, concise, and best of all, it works. I recommend it, and often give it as a gift, to anyone I know who is getting a puppy. Buying this book and following it to the letter is the best thing any dog owner can do for themselves and for their dog!

How to Help Gun Dogs Train Themselves
After 40 yrs of fuzzy faced versatile hunting dogs, I start with a new dog by reading Joan Bailey Training book. It always makes me remember something very important to the bringing up of the best hunting companions and it comes directly from Joan's book.
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Subjects:  1. Dogs - Breeds - Sporting Dogs    2. Dogs - General    3. Hunting - General    4. Hunting dogs    5. Pets    6. Training   

Subjects:  1. Firearms & Weapons    2. Hunting - General    3. Shooting    4. Sports    5. Sports & Recreation   

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Over priced and less than expected quality
After reading "Safari Rifles", and even the older "African Rifles and Cartridges" this book was quite disappointing. excellant read with great pictures
Author spent most of his life hunting the very best of Africa.His experiences are full of facts, action, with wonderful photography and neat sketches.Since I cannot hunt Africa, this books gives me a full account what hunting was like in Africa at its best.You will be glad you boughtthis one, the splendid photos justify the price. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Africa, Eastern    2. Big game hunting    3. Biography    4. Hunters    5. Hunting - General    6. Hunting Sports    7. Kingsley-Heath, John    8. Sports    9. Sports & Recreation    10. Africa    11. Hunting or shooting animals & game    12. Sports & Recreation / Hunting   

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Rooster! Is A Pheasant Book Winner.....
If you love pheasants and pheasant hunting you will love this book.While it may seem a bit costly compared to other pheasant books, it is well worth its price. The large color photos are beautiful and the the narrative (chapters) of the book are well written and interesting.You will find yourself reading this "coffee table" book over and over. Being a pheasant and quail hunter, I would love to see a similar book called "Bobwhite."That's a hint to the authors and photographers of Rooster!It's time to tackle a new project.

A Must Have!
This is a great read as well as a great visual book--it'll get you fired up to hunt!
A most enjoyable visual and narrative tribute
Majestically illustrated throughout with full color photographs by award-winning photographer Dale C. Spartas, Rooster! A Tribute To Pheasant Hunting In North America showcases the outdoor hunting experience in glowing and memorable terms. A most enjoyable visual and narrative tribute to the pheasant hunting experience, written with deep respect for the wiley and tenacious birds themselves, Rooster! A Tribute To Pheasant Hunting In North America is an enthusiastically recommended title for personal and community library collections. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Hunting - Bird Hunting    2. Sports & Recreation   

Editorial Review

Hook-and-bullet adventures had by tough guys such as Teddy Roosevelt and Papa Hemingway may be out of favor inthese times of eco-awareness, but Peter Hathaway Capstick's account of big-game hunting in Africaremains a classic. With humor, grace, and supreme tension, Capstick takes the reader on safari, eloquentlystating his case for blood sport while portraying the intensity of the hunt. ... Read more

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Capstick was the master story teller of a passing era.
Peter Capstick was capable of capturing the spirit and danger of the hunt like no other author in recent history.
The Africa Before This One.
There was an Africa before this one. Before the continent was torn apart by war, AIDS and poaching. Before elephants and other exotic species were slaughtered to the point of endangerment. Before Africa was one big, hopeless charity case in the sense of both it's wildlife and it's people there was Peter Capstick's Africa. While reading this book let go of what you think you know about endangered species on that continent and let go of your judgement about hunting there. Because otherwise you're really missing out.
Thriller
This book is a good read for people who can tolerate some blood and gore. Scenes of animals killing people and people killing animals have been very graphically described. At times you cannot agree with the author when he tries to justify the killing of animals just for kicks and to collect trophies. I have never set foot in a jungle, so I cannot be a judge about such matters, but I sometimes felt that the author is bluffing. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Africa    2. Big game hunting    3. Fiction    4. Hunting    5. Hunting - General    6. Mystery & Detective - General    7. Mystery/Suspense    8. Sports & Recreation    9. Crime & mystery    10. Sports & Recreation / Hunting   

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A must for the duck hunter
This booklet is for the duck hunter, not a PETA activist.The duck needs to be in your hand so you can match the bill and feet to the pictures for accurate ID.This is an excellant booklet for waterfowl ID.

Rip off
This wasn't a "book".It was a few flimsy pages of very thin poor quality paper, tied together with a plastic ring.It did nothing to help identify water fowl in flight.Anyone can identify a duck once it is in hand.This pamplet was a big disappointment.A fair price for it would have been about $1 dollar, not $10.

A Duck Hunter's Must Have.
Great book for in-flight and in-hand ID.The bill ID/comparison charts are excellent.NOTE: The pages are water resistant, not water proof. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Bird Watching    2. Birds & Birdwatching - General    3. Hunting - General    4. Identification    5. Nature/Ecology    6. Sports & Recreation    7. Waterfowl    8. Birds & birdwatching   

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A SAFARI STORY WITH SOME ASTUTE OBSERVATIONS
This book is the rousing and interesting story of writer Robert Ruark's two month Safari into the wilds of Africa. This was done in the 1950's and he was accompanied by his wife who also hunted by his side. Gritty and often frightening descriptions of the chase and the kill are acompanied by astute observations on the Africa of that time. He had strong opinions of many of the African tribes. Some he praised highly and others he condemned and he explains why. If you are wrapped in the fog of political correctness don't bother to read this. If you want an unvarnished, honest, very interesting tale, by all means, buy this outstanding book.

from another bwana
you know how they say''anticipation is sweeter than the possession'' thats what happened with me.Before buying this book I'have read the other reviwes,with no disrespect to other readers, but I think they have over done it a little.I am a long time big game hunter,what I found what is missing in this book is a thru heart of an hunter. The horn was there, but not the hunter. After reading the book, I remember more of the memsaabs hair care than the hunting adventures.I felt ,for Mr Ruark the shooting part of the safari was the most booring bit.Well that is his styl and I respect him BEST BOOK About an African Hunting Safari
This is by far and away the BEST book I've ever read about a hunting safari in Africa. Ruark and his writing are in a class by himself. ALL the other books about him like Use Enough Gun were published after his untimely death. NONE of them compare. They are collections of articles and/or very short stories (some fiction) that collectively don't hold a candle to Horn of the Hunter. His writing makes you feel like you are beside him sharing his experiences. You will not regret buying this book. Simply the best!! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Hunting - General    2. Sports & Recreation    3. Non-Classifiable   

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Clears up the muddy water
I've hunted since the 60's. I got serious about Whitetails around 92'.
Advanced Mapping
Finally! An excellent book I can't imagine any serious hunter not owning! Before reading this book, it took me years of mistakes and hours of wasted time in the wrong spots to hunt. It all makes sense when I compare my few encounters of success, with the great information provided in this well-written book.I can't wait to see an "Advanced Mapping" edition!!!! Please Brad, share more of this great advice!

The Master of Topography.
Brad Herndon is a master at using the terrain to tag whitetailed deer.Before reading this book, I knew whitetails used terrain funnels to travel, but I did not understand how to recognize them.All of that changed when I read 'Mapping Trophy Bucks.'I can now view a topo map of an area I've never set foot on and pick out the best places for a hunt.My deer sightings have gone up tenfold!!
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Subjects:  1. Deer hunting    2. Hunting - Deer Hunting    3. Hunting - General    4. Hunting Sports    5. Outdoor Skills    6. Sports    7. Sports & Recreation    8. White-tailed deer hunting    9. Domestic animals & pets   

Editorial Review

In 1898 John H. Patterson arrived in East Africa with a mission to build a railway bridge over the Tsavo River. What started out as a simple engineering problem, however, soon took on almost mythical proportions as Patterson and his mostly Indian workforce were systematically hunted by two man-eating lions over the course of several weeks. During that time, 100 workers were killed, and the entire bridge-building project ground to a halt. As if the lions weren't enough, Patterson had to guard his back against his own increasingly hostile and mutinous workers as he set out to track and kill the man-eaters. This larger-than-life tale forms the basis of the entertaining film Read more

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Awesome!!
This was a fantastic book, the accounts of the "Man eaters of Tsavo," were incredible. I would reccomend this book to anyone who loves the greatout doors. It will shed a new light on the raw power of the Animal Kindom.

Great Story hands down.
THIS MAN ENDURED ALOT OF THINGS IN AFRICA,HIS ACCOUNTS OF STALKING ,HUNTING AND KILLING THE TWO MANEATERS OF TSAVO IS A VERY GOOD STORY HANDS DOWN.THE AMAZING THING IS THAT THESE MANELESS LIONS CAN STILL BE SEEN TO THIS DAY AS THEY ARE STUFFED AND IN A MUSEUM HERE IN THE STATES! PATTERSON WAS AN ENGINEER CONTRACTED TO WORK ON THE RAILROAD, HIS WORKERS KEPT QUITTING HIM ON ACCOUNT OF THE LIONS FEEDING ON THEM AT WILL, PATTERSON FINALLY DECIDED TO TAKE MATTERS INTO HIS OWN HANDS AND THE EXCITING EVENTS THAT TRANSPIRE ARE WORTH THE READ.

Good
I though this was a good story - some scary moments. A better story in the same vein is "Maneaters of Kumaon".
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Subjects:  1. Africa - General    2. Africa, East    3. Biography / Autobiography    4. General    5. History: World    6. Hunting    7. Hunting - General    8. Hunting Sports    9. Lion attacks    10. Lion hunting    11. Sports & Recreation    12. Uganda Railway    13. Voyages And Travels    14. Kenya    15. Wild animals   

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There are better birddog books available.
This book is an o.k. read and offers some good information if you don't mind sifting through the outdated advice. (First Copyright in 1974).

Buy only if you plan to Hunt birds
Had I known that the book was written for bird hunters I would have saved myself the trouble.

a book on dogs that makes perfect sense to dog owners
Paul Long has hit a home run, hole in one, he has put all the confusing professional dog training instructions in plain language and condenced form. It is written in easy to understand, interesting and logical stepsfor amateur trainers and dog owners to follow. I really got excited andtook my pup thru this and have made her into a really good,trained dog.Other books left me wondering about their methods and I just couldnt committo those training methods.Paul Long has connected with me, if youve neverfound the right training book, try this one. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Dogs - Breeds - Sporting Dogs    2. Folklore & Mythology    3. Hunting - Bird Hunting    4. Pets    5. Pointing dogs    6. Social Science    7. Sociology    8. Training    9. Dogs    10. Hunting or shooting animals & game    11. Pets / Dogs / General   

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book review
Fantastic book overall!! Topics covered include side by side to autoloaders to various kinds of ammo for all types of birds. Great read from an honest author!

Barsness is currently the best
Barsness has written the best current overview of shotguns for hunting: not sporting clays, trap, etc.He is not aligned nor does he show a marked prejudice for a particular type of shotgun like the side by side which is so prevalent today.He explains the advantages and downsides of variousguns and does a particularly good job on the very important, if not vital,subject of stock design and fit.Although I think you can find much ofthis information elsewhere, Barsness brings it together in a very conciseformat and cuts through the "poppycock."Plus, the photos aregreat! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Antiques & Collectibles    2. Antiques/Collectibles    3. Firearms & Weapons    4. Fowling    5. Hunting - General    6. Shooting    7. Shotguns    8. Sports & Recreation    9. NATURAL HISTORY, COUNTRY LIFE & PETS    10. Small firearms, guns & other equipment   

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Valuable Resource
I just opened my new copy of Stephen Hinch's book Outdoor Navigation with GPS. It's great, exactly what I was looking for; I just devoured the first 39 pages. Even better, I was able to explain some terminology and how the GPS works to my husband, who uses one all the time for work but didn't know about almanac data, ephemeris data, and PRN codes.
Excellent Introduction to GPS Navigation
This is the best book I've found for learning how to use GPS in the outdoors.It is well organized, easy to understand, and has lots of useful illustrations.I also like the fact that it is more than just a book on GPS.It also includes detailed chapters on map and compass navigation and primitive navigation techniques for use in emergencies.It is organized into 5 parts, starting with the simplist techniques and building from there.In Part 1, you learn the concepts of waypoints and bearings.Some people may never need to know more than this.Part 2 teaches you about latitude and longitude, as well as a chapter on geocaching.Part 3 covers advanced navigation using topographic maps.Part 4, titled "Recovering from Disaster" shows you what to do if your GPS fails.Part 5 describes fun ways to use your GPS and includes a GPS selection guide. As usual with electronics, this chapter is a little dated now, but the rest of the book is still relevant if even you have a newer GPS.There is also an interesting final chapter called GPS FAQs that answers a number of unusual questions.
recreational uses
Hinch starts off with a brief history of GPS. How it grew out of the Cold War. But with the continual improvement in electronics, GPS is thus available to a mass consumer market. And we now have it for outdoor recreational uses.
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Subjects:  1. Global Positioning System    2. Hunting - General    3. Sports    4. Sports & Recreation   

Reviews (8)

In a Class of its' Own
Peter Capstick's "Maneaters" is one of those rare books that anyone, young or old, and from any background, any country could, and probably will, read over and over. But be prepared for your world to receive a shock. Capstick pulls no punches and coddles no one.
Excellent Tellings of True Tall Tales
This is one of my favorite Capstick books.His descriptions are vivid, his valid insights based on his experiences and those of his friends and co-workers.A must-read for hunters AND animal lovers. Alive Because He's Lucky - His Escorts Had Better Aim!
While entertaining, this book seems to misrepresent. In a couple os occasions, his foolish moves almost got him killed. If it hadn't been for sure-footed and accurate (in their aim) colleagues, Capstick would have been dead.Read more

Subjects:  1. Hunting - General    2. Sports    3. Sports & Recreation    4. Non-Classifiable   

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A scholarly work on the American Bowie knife
Many knife collectors will welcome this edition to their bookshelves. The high numbers of high quality knifemakers and eager customers in recent years has created a natural interest in the early beginnings of the uniquely American Bowie knife that needs to be satisfied. Mr.Flayderman has heard the calling and has delivered in abundance. There is something for everybody in this book. The quality of documentary evidence is commendable and I even liked thepictures but don't think of this as a coffee table book. There is more here than can be covered in this humble review. The owner of this edition will return to it again and again and will glean yet another glimpse of our American history when the country was young and wild. If knives are of interest to you this book will serve.

bowie knife book
I purchased this book as a gift for my uncle.It is well worth the money!It is a coffee table-type book with thick heavy pages and LOTS of beautifully detailed photos.His only negative comment when I gave it to him was, "That is a dagger on the cover!" and He knows his knives!! I guess the publisher doesn't know what a bowie knife looks like.If you like bowie knives or know someone who does, this is a perfect book.

Bowie Book
Excellent book. I was a little leary of spending $80 bucks on a book but than remembered the last time, and did't purchase the "Antique Bowie Knife Book" Glad I did purchase this book I think it is everthing the Antique Bowie Book is and more. Wonderful pictures of Bowie knives as well as alot litature on them also. Nice addition is the actual pitures of people and the knives they carried.. If you area Bowie collector and don't own "The Antique Bowie Knife Book" you will be please with this If you do own it you may not think its woth it since alot of thwe same knives are covered ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Home Improvement / Construction    2. Hunting - General    3. Kitchenware    4. Power Tools    5. Sports    6. Sports & Recreation   

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Good guide, the rest is up to you....
Very good, short, easy to read book. Mc Evoy shows you the techniques for throwing a knife accurately. Reading this book will point you in the right direction. Afterwards practice, and lots of it is what is going to make yougood at it. The only reason i deducted one star is because since the bookwas written in 1973 I believe, some of the info on Knife throwingaffiliations, etc.. is outdated. Nonetheless, good, concise, andinformative book.

Practice!Practice!Practice!
Not only does this book explain the snap , you must have to actually stick a knife and show all the fundamentals and learning secrets, but it also goes in depth for the intermediate thrower on trick throws and moreadvanced techniques and illustrates professionals and what they use andwhat they inspire. A great book for any stage of the fascinating art ofknife throwing!

Excellent
Mr. McEvoy teaches traditional knife throwing in this book as well as outlines tomahawk throwing.If you wish a more in-depth look at tomahawk throwing, I suggest you read Mr. McEvoy's other book on the subject.Theauthor describes in detail the traditional technique as well as ways tofigure out the distance at which you can throw the knife and"stick" it.He also has tales of past professionals in the sportand their own particular styles of throwing. He also talks of usingthrowing knives as huntsmens' tools and building a suitable outdoor target. He also shows you how to select (a) suitable knives (knife).If you wishto get the fundamentals of knife throwing down, this is the book for you. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Hunting - General    2. Knife throwing    3. Outdoor Skills    4. Sports    5. Sports & Recreation    6. Oriental martial arts