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The Hunt

            As one who is always thrilled by seeing something new, it is often “the hunt” in an area where new species could be found that provides the most joy. While on a walk-about outside of Vernal Utah this new species presented itself, a Rock Wren. I was blessed to see and capture this little guy, but I couldn’t stop thinking about the hunt.

Besides photography I have always had a hobby level interest in archaeology, anthropology and human behavior. In my 36 years of working with teen agers, I always wondered why they did what they did, thought what they thought and what percentage came from their ancient wiring…from the hunter/gather days and before. 

I have come to the conclusion (right or wrong) that all men still hunt and all women gather. Proof that all women gather can be found by simply viewing the area where the Mrs. keeps the Tupperware…and her “Good Bag” collection. There are a few more areas that I can mention…but I’m already in enough trouble. For the record…I have a jacket and flashlight fetish and having “too many” is unattainable!

Even though most men do not take to the woods anymore in search of food, the hunting gene is still alive and well. Some hunt for parts for a project car, some fish, some chase women, some chase dollars and their youth. It’s all in the hunt.

Many years ago, I asked my father why he loved his job so much. He was a diesel mechanic for a large firm in Louisville Kentucky. His response was instantly branded on the front burner of my brain as he shared something close to this…Drivers report a noise and it is my job to find out what it is and if it’s a problem. It is the detective side of finding the problems that I truly enjoy! For my father, it was his hunt.

For me, I hunt critters with a camera, Indian artifacts, “I just can’t walk away from” bargains at thrift stores and the previously mentioned jackets and flashlights. 

Photos like this one taken on 06 September, 2024 is simply proof of a successful hunt!

Hunting adventure before dementia!

NOTE: I know that anytime you say all men or all women you are setting yourself up for comments of the exception. So let me close by stating… I KNOW THERE ARE EXCEPTIONS!!

Taken on: September 6, 2024

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