Re:Basic Social Skills Guide
by solardev on Tuesday August 12, 2025 @08:48PM
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FWIW, I didn't mean to make it a moral argument. I'm just not personally interested in hunting and fishing, but I don't have an ethical problem with them if done in moderation. Nature is violent and ruthless... a well-aimed shot is one of the less miserable ways for a wild animal to die. And yes, they're absolutely outdoor activities :)
Like you said, it's at least better than factory farming, and in some cases, hunters are an important part of conservation efforts.
I happen to be vegan, but have also had a few friends who hunt & fish. I don't fault them for it, or hunters in general. It's just not something I would want to discuss with them or join them for. Not out of any ethical quandary, it's just not something I want to spend my time doing or thinking about (heh, they're just far less exciting when you can't eat what you catch).
Like you said, it's at least better than factory farming, and in some cases, hunters are an important part of conservation efforts.
I happen to be vegan, but have also had a few friends who hunt & fish. I don't fault them for it, or hunters in general. It's just not something I would want to discuss with them or join them for. Not out of any ethical quandary, it's just not something I want to spend my time doing or thinking about (heh, they're just far less exciting when you can't eat what you catch).