How Can I Find a Good Hunting Partner?

We were all hunters, even though we weren't hunting. We were all seated at the high-top table. A couple of wise men told some stories at that table, and we listened intently.

Taking the time to pass along our hunt stories is one of the most critical things in hunting; even more important is valuing each piece of information. During the Great American Outdoor Show, this table was occupied by the Exodus crew. It was a fun evening talking about shooting strategy, botched shots, and tolerant wives, as well as hunting locations we would like to hunt in the future. Ryan Springer, one of our friends, said something that has stayed with me ever since.

As we all swapped stories, Ryan referred to his good friend John when it was his turn to speak. Having a friend who understands how to suffer is so essential, he said.

It was a lengthy discussion at that table about that subject. In the meantime, I have done quite a bit of thinking to share some details regarding acquiring a good hunting partner, or partners, to enhance your hunt. This article has something to teach even introverts, so it does not matter if you are one.

REMOVE THE PLANK

As a planner, I am always looking for the fine details, and I often forget to check myself. There have been some tensions on a few hunting trips, with friends prone to flying by the seat of their pants.

You must be a person who can suffer well before you can gain a hunting partner. It is impossible for your buddy to grow from you if you are unable to fix your problems. As an example, I'll mention the fact that I sometimes need to remember gear. I bring seconds to things I know my buddies might forget. Bringing more than they need is not because I want to care for them but because I know it will annoy me if I do. A good partner should bring extra items and be helpful. In this situation, giving your buddy your spare or leaving yours in the truck is better if you have no spare and he is missing something.

When they don't have gloves for an overnight hunt and their teeth feel hairy from not having a toothbrush, it can be miserable. The person you hunt with will want to do the same if you put your nose to the grindstone.

GOALS

There are many unique ways to define what "the hunt" is to other people, and I love hunting with all types of people. In addition to my closest buddies, I also have a few hunting buddies who share my viewpoints. It's also essential to make sure we address those goals right away, even if we don't hunt together regularly.

You can't get mad at a fella who wonders why you didn't book a hotel when you are planning a hunt out of state with him if he doesn't know you prefer roughing it instead of staying in a hotel.

It is possible that you are concerned about a lot of small details. Find out what they are and discuss them with your colleagues.

CHANGE

Hunting isn't just for young men, though that is how it often begins. Marriage, kids, career changes, or even changes in interests happen in life. Then your friendship in hunting might change, and you shouldn't lose a good friend because of your different ideas of hunting.

When conflict or annoyance arises, it is always imperative to conduct a self-inspection. Moreover, there's no need to have a pow-wow with your buddy. There is nothing wrong with growing apart from friends, but it shouldn't lead to hatred.

My bet is that, in many cases, holes in boats are made by friends when they disagree.

"Hunters shoot holes in their boats," they say.

IRON SHARPENS IRON

It is narrated that "iron sharpens iron, and so does one man sharpen another.". I am fortunate to have many friends who are constantly improving me.

The plan is to set trail cams on pressured public lands plagued with rattlesnakes in mid-July as I sweat my butt off and become mildly dehydrated. In order to gain access to the best possible spot, I'll rise at ungodly hours. Keeping up with my hunting buddy is more important to me than missing a workout.

I wrote these things not to impress you with my toughness but rather to show you the kind of friends I have. Those who I have chosen to hunt with are the ones who have shaped me into the way I hunt. As hunters and friends, we sharpen each other by sharing these same values. Think about a hunting community as such.

PASS IT ALONG

Hunting is good because it spills out into your life. You'll help your hunting buddies and those outside the hunting world with those disciplined values you've etched into the woodwork. Who knows, maybe you'll even create a few new hunters!

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