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Competition: The good, the bad and the ugly

By James A. Swan, Ph.D.
Author of "In Defense of Hunting"

Monday, June 6, 2005

The Great Outdoor Games are coming up soon. Bass and walleye circuits are in full swing. And clay target, single-action shooting and archery events are exploding all across the country. Indeed, competition in hunting has become far more serious than the big-buck contest at the local sporting goods store. Pro competition in outdoor sports is good for industry sales, pumps money into local economies, draws new people into the sports and provides inspiration. A few people can now make a living ...

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