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person in the county must be aware of game laws and vigilant in reporting violations. Most importantly, they must be willing to give up the time it takes to appear in court to testify against slob hunters.
The heaviest burden falls on the good hunters, the majority who abide by the law. They have the most to lose if the backlash continues and more and more property is posted “no hunting.” Sportsmen travel the same back roads that the slob hunters use. They should be ever watchful of violaters.
Local hunting and gun clubs can also urge their members to support “Operation Respect,” a voluntary association of sportsmen’s clubs and related organizations concerned over the image and conduct of sportsmen in the field. Its aim is to rid Virginia’s forests and waters of individuals who have no concern for the ethics of sportsmanship and to educate hunters in acceptable standards of conduct.
Promotional kits, bumper stickers, pins and hats bearing the Operation Respect message can be obtained by writing Operation Respect, P.0. Box 11104, Richmond, Va. 23230.
Local people put most of the blame for hunting violations on folks from Stanley who invade Rappahannock during the last few weeks of hunting season.
If our hunters set an example of proper conduct and join concerned citizens in reporting violations of game laws, the “boys from Stanley” will soon get the message that they’re not welcome here unless they clean up their act. Rappahannock will be a better place for the effort.
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