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Born To Hunt

Born To Hunt

There's no other way to say it: Caroline Pruitt was born to hunt. While only age 14, this remarkably successful young woman has over 50 big game animal species to her credit. Here are some of her trophies.
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from PhoenixHunter wrote 12 weeks 6 days ago

damn...

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from www.dropjhook.com wrote 12 weeks 6 days ago

you have a bright future ahead of you keep it up. Keep the photos coming & keep living the dream thank you.

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from bigjake wrote 12 weeks 6 days ago

In the record books by age 14, thats immpressive.Great trophies.

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from gunny wrote 12 weeks 5 days ago

wish i could find a girl like that!! damn good job!!

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from ltmhunter wrote 12 weeks 5 days ago

beautiful buck and girl.

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from rambopup4 wrote 12 weeks 5 days ago

The article on 08/19/09 "Born To Hunt" stoops to a new low for Outdoor Life.
The article about the 14 year old girl from Texas who has hunted all over the world should have been titled, "How much hunting notoriety can daddy's money buy for a kid?"

Two hunts with Jim Shockey, Bongo in The Cameroon, Leopard in Namibia, Tahr in New Zealand, etc.

Truth be told, in order for the girl to hunt like this two things are needed. First, money, and alot of it! Second, a sterotypical overzealous parent looking to promote or live vicariously through the exploits of their child.

We usually see examples of this in the sports world. Best example would be Jennifer Capriati (tennis) and the actions of her father. There is an entire sports academy in Florida dedicated to wealthy overzealous parents who can afford to send their kids to train to become professional athletes.

The only difference here is the outlet is hunting as opposed to tennis or some other sport!

I've hunted in Namibia, New Zealand, and Argentina. However, I could not afford to hunt for leopard, or at Algar Safaris in Argentina. And the base price for a Bongo in Africa is around $25,0000!

At least in the Little League World Series it is more about talent than what daddy's money can buy!

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from mjoehickl wrote 12 weeks 5 days ago

Rambopup4- You've got it all wrong in your opinion about Caroline. I am a friend of her family and have know Caroline since she was born. She was not pushed into hunting at all. She started shooting a few years ago and has an incredible ability to shoot accurately. Her parents have supported her interest in hunting only because they are both very hard working, successful people. Caroline's parents are active in the community and are exemplary in how they have raised both of their daughters.

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from SD_Whitetail_Hntr wrote 12 weeks 5 days ago

I certainly don't blame the girl for getting to partake in such amazing hunts, however I do agree in many ways with rambopup. OL writing a story on something like this is simply another depressing story of what people with truckloads of money can do that I can't. I would much MUCH rather see an article on a blue collar guy or girl who busts there butt all year to do one big game hunt and show us their trophies. It's going to take me a couple years to save up for an Elk hunt in Colorado and I even have connections there.. But whether I get a good trophy or not, I'm going to enjoy every second of the hunt. I honestly pray Caroline grows up appreciating hunting for what it is and not what her dad bought for her.

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from seadog wrote 12 weeks 5 days ago

I could never afford to go on all the hunts this young lady has been on. She's very lucky to have parents who can provide that. Still, her success is very impressive.

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from GerryBethge wrote 12 weeks 5 days ago

rambopup4

Who among us as hunters wouldn't want to provide their sons or daughters with every single outdoor opportunity within our means? You're off base and sound nothing if not simply jealous.

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from dean-o wrote 12 weeks 5 days ago

you go girl!!!! i wish i could afford to take my kids to africa, so i am jealous, but in a good way. good luck and keep it up.

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from maclark wrote 12 weeks 5 days ago

Daddy's little rich girl knows how to kill em, but does she know how to grill em?

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from rambopup4 wrote 12 weeks 4 days ago

To mjoehickl and GerryBethge.
No both of you folks are wrong!. Very wrong.
If the parents or the kid want to post her hunting exploits on the internet via Outdoor Life then there are plenty of parent/child and youth only opportunity hunts in many states here in the USA by drawing quota that are limited to youth only, mostly on public land. Georgia and Arizona come to mind initially.
Tell the kid and daddy to apply for these youth only hunts, get drawn, and compete against youth of her own age, not on $10,000 - $25,000 hunts in Africa, to see if she can CONSISTENTLY harvest both better quality and bigger quality animals than the other kids on the hunts. If she can do this on a level playing field , so to speak, as opposed to trampsing all over the world on multi thousand dollar hunts, then I, and I suppose many others, would be the first to recognize her accomplishment. There's no jealously
here. Just reality.
This whole sordid article reminds me of a TV show so called hunting authority Keith Warren (another Texan) ran about 4 - 5 years ago. His kid at the time was in middle school and came home with good grades. So as a reward, Keith Warren takes his kid up to The Sanctuary in Michigan owned by Skipper Bettis. You know, the 1000 acre high fence enclosure with monster whitetails born, bred,fed,and raised in captivity. The whole gist of the show was, again an overzealous parent wanting to advertise his kids exploits, rewarding his kid for good grades in school by taking him "hunting" (I call it shooting) and shooting a huge whitetail for the reward. "Hey look what my kid did!" If that is what Keith Warren, as well as the parents of the girl from Texas, are teaching the future hunters of the next generation, then both hunters and wildlife are in deep trouble!!!
rambopup4

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from www.dropjhook.com wrote 12 weeks 4 days ago

wow someone forgot there meds.....you and I both know that money makes the world go around even if you or I like it or not plain and simple. Its not the girls fault its not the dad's fault its the system fault what we live by that they call money,dollars,cents so lay of the stress because its proven that you live longer

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from rambopup4 wrote 12 weeks 4 days ago

To dropjhook.
Read the second sentence written in the title of this article by Outdoor Life, ". . . this remarkably successful young woman. . . " I guess according to your view, success in hunting has a direct casue and effect relationship with money. Exactly my point!
However, should we not evaluate or give credibility to "success" in hunting due more to ability to shoot, navigate outdoors, pursue game, outdoor skills, hike, etc,
as opposed to "success" due in large part as a result of money?
At least in bass fishing tournaments some measure of skill or talent is necessary for success more so than money!

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from spudhead archer wrote 12 weeks 4 days ago

Rambopup4 is a dick and a jealous one at that! Go bass fishing if that is what turns you on. I went brown bear hunting in Alaska at no expense to me this spring and it didn't take away from the fun at, just because someone else was generous enough to pay for my fun. By the way, did anyone see the dog in the background of the Bongo picture? Where they hunting with that dog or was that dog sneaking up on her? Good job either way!

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from www.dropjhook.com wrote 12 weeks 4 days ago

Did you not read what I wrote evreything around us has to do with money,currency what ever you want to call it. As much I think other hunters deserve that spot I dont try and bring the girl or her famliy and ol down in the gutters. We live in a time where we need to stand together are else or children or grand children might not be able to have a debate about hunting all they will know is work & soup lines. I can tell you are a fellow hunter so I will show you my support & take the -1 of your last comment. but if you want to debate on money making hunting bad off all I got to say your way off money made our sport biger and money with keep our sport alive & proteccted in the court rooms. Thank you & have a nice day

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from cecasey417@hotm... wrote 12 weeks 4 days ago

I personally know this young ladys uncle or(relative), we taught together for years and he is a Great Person who works hard for what he and his wife have. If this young ladys parents are as hard working as he is , and they want their daughter to be able to hunt like this,then she deserves it. If she gets a sponsor to go on hunts, and they pay for the hunts, I support her sponsor, the young lady, and her parents. By the way with her sponsors or even her parents footing the bill, there is no money out of anyones pocket but theirs. Don't sound like you are running her down for being fortunate enough to do this sport. I say "GO GIRL". I am Carl Casey in Trinity, Texas

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from rambopup4 wrote 12 weeks 4 days ago

To spudheadarcher.
All you have to do is read and educate yourself or watch Jim Shockey's TV show to know that Bongo in Africa are hunted with dogs. Again, how can this girl be written up in Outdoor Life as "remarkably successful" compared to other kids in America who are successful on the numerous public youth only hunts sposored by respective state game and fish departments? Are those kids any less remarkable,successful or talented? I would be willing to bet a $25,000 bongo hunt in Africa that daddy sent all the photos and background info to Outdoor Life as opposed to Outdoor Life sending out a writer nationwide looking for a "remarkably succssful" young hunter to do a feature about. I don't fault the girl at all. I stand by my original position: This is nothing more than a wealthy and overzealous parent saying "Look what my kid did". You see it all the time in America with organized sports.

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from Bo wrote 12 weeks 4 days ago

It's been awhile since I have seen this much of an example of "Sour Grapes" That's what I have seen here, plain and simple. This girl may have been privileged in ways that many of us have not. But she is doing things that are not defaming the family name. like Paris Hilton, her sister, and the Kardashian slu...girls. Remember, when talking about other people's successes, those outside the political realm, the wise philosopher Thumper told Bambi "If you can't say something nice, it's better to say nothing at all.

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from Fishingfreak wrote 12 weeks 4 days ago

I have to say, I am jealous. But that doesn’t mean I’m going to hate her for doing something I would like to do. All I can say is, good job, and keep the pictures coming!

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from Barefooter wrote 12 weeks 3 days ago

I’m a working stiff with two teenage daughters and a young son. I think it’s great that this girl gets a chance to hunt where most of us can only dream of hunting. You people that are complaining
are missing the point that here is a young girl doing what we all love to do. Stop complaining and be happy for her success.

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from blackwolftdm wrote 12 weeks 3 days ago

Rambopup4, Your a totally cry baby , really your taking shots at a 14 year Girl, grow a pair. Tears for rambopup4 everyone, so her dad paid for it all big deal, you cant knock someone for being well paid or knock her, she could hunt circles around you im sure.

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from blackwolftdm wrote 12 weeks 3 days ago

hows this even a new low honestly i think outdoorlife does a fine job covering the range here from the backwoods grizzly straight dipppers like myself to the rich hunter who has every toy a hunter could want. i dont see what the problem is with this at all

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from RandyHic wrote 12 weeks 2 days ago

Good kill Caroline!!! I'll bring that mount of that 10 point I killed on your uncle's place the week before you got this guy. To those of you who are jealous let me just say you are really missing out! Caroline and her family hunt on the same small piece of land that i do every year. I was introduced to hunting at a young age by her family. They have always been there for me and taught me how to laugh at myself when i missed deer and to learn from that. They invite us over every year. Sometimes we don't get one but that's not what it all about. They have shown me how to give something special and I'm not talking about hunting. Im talking about something more special than that. Don't miss out!!!

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from seadog wrote 12 weeks 2 days ago

I think Rambopuppy has distemper. He should go back to the vet & get his puppy shots.

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from MTB wrote 11 weeks 6 days ago

i actually partly agree with rambopup4. no average person could afford to hunt all over the world like she has in a lifetime and shes done it in a matter of 2 years. i think its great that she could do that, but it shouldnt be that big of a deal. the only reason shes harvested all those animals was because her parents practically bought her them. i do not, however, think that her parents forced her into it to live vicariously. she looks truly happy in those pictures. still, until someones done what shes done not just because they can pay for all of it, i say its not a big deal.

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from Bo wrote 11 weeks 6 days ago

MTB, I understand. That being said, if I had the means to do it, I would do just about anything for my daughter, within the bounds of legal and moral behavior if I could afford to do it.If my daughter were of the temperament to be a hunter and I could afford it, I would take her to the ends of the earth to let her do it. I do not begrudge those who have the means to do it. I do have a problem with those who decide that daddy's money is not well spent when they feel a child has been indulged. I do not think this child has been indulged. When I think of indulged children, I think of the Olsen twins, The Kardashian slu,,er girls, the Hilton sl..girls, you know the kids out there with sex videos that can be found online and they have no shame in their behavior. This girl has nothing to be ashamed of and much to be proud.

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from Jefstar47 wrote 11 weeks 6 days ago

70 hours in a blind? For a leopard? To me no amount of money can buy that desire to want that game. Obviously this young lady is very driven to succeed at hunting. And, I say Good For Her!!!

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from dcernick wrote 11 weeks 5 days ago

I've never hunted in Texas, but from what I've read, and seen on TV it's a whole different game then what I grew up with. Not that there's anything wrong with that, but what do you consider "self guided"? Did this 13 year old girl go to NM on her own to hunt buffalo? Either way, they bought some really nice trophys. Just my humble opinion, but I'd like to see OL get a more real.

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from SeabeePete wrote 11 weeks 5 days ago

I say if you have the financial means to do it, go for it. I hope she realizes the advantages she has compared to her fellow young hunter who may only dream of the big 5. Quite the accomplishment. I wonder what that family's trophy room looks like?

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from ducktail42 wrote 11 weeks 5 hours ago

hey I think it's good for her that she can do all this kind of hunting off her Dad. But take some of this high dollar expense and take a kid(one that has no idea of the outdoors) or several on a hunting trip. You would make big difference in a kids life and maybe another supporter for Hunting.

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from pineywoods wrote 10 weeks 2 days ago

No criticism from my corner for this young lady, but I am jealous. If I'd had her advantages, I'd sure as he-- have taken full advantage of it just as she has.

It's a matter of degree, too. When I was a teenager, my dad bought me my first shotgun and the shells to go with it. He had friends with property where I could hunt and he belonged to a club with a good fishing lake. You better believe I took advantage of it.

Go for it, young lady. Take full advantage of what there is out there. (Take me with you?!?!??)

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from hunter2012 wrote 9 weeks 6 days ago

I am jealous too, but also in a good way. I hope other kids see this and think wow, this is cool, i wish I could do this, I wish I could be part of the outdoors. I hope that they would be able to see how cool it is. I think this could bring in new young hunters, which in my opinion is a very good thing. I also hope that they wouldn't act like some of the people here and get so jealous. I hope they would realize how blessed she is and count their blessings as well.

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from taylor1 wrote 8 weeks 3 days ago

man i wish i had a girlfriend like that. i might get a bit jelous though. i am happy to see other youth hunters out there. they are far and few between where i am from

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from mjoehickl wrote 8 weeks 1 day ago

Instead of taking a lot of fancy hunting apparel, Caroline and her family take boxes of medical supplies to leave at the villages where she hunts! That helps explain how she became a "princess" in a couple of remote locations. She would never tell you about doing that, as a family friend I can.
I cannot wait to see her and the family this weekend.. and congratulate her for winning Safari Club International Youth hunter of the year!!! Proud to know her personally!

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from sniperpro wrote 8 weeks 1 day ago

WOW, awesome animals I need to find a girl like that but their hard to come by so it’s nice to see at least one girl is really getting it to hunting. I say if you got the money go for it!!

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from GerryBethge wrote 12 weeks 5 days ago

rambopup4

Who among us as hunters wouldn't want to provide their sons or daughters with every single outdoor opportunity within our means? You're off base and sound nothing if not simply jealous.

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from Bo wrote 12 weeks 4 days ago

It's been awhile since I have seen this much of an example of "Sour Grapes" That's what I have seen here, plain and simple. This girl may have been privileged in ways that many of us have not. But she is doing things that are not defaming the family name. like Paris Hilton, her sister, and the Kardashian slu...girls. Remember, when talking about other people's successes, those outside the political realm, the wise philosopher Thumper told Bambi "If you can't say something nice, it's better to say nothing at all.

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from mjoehickl wrote 12 weeks 5 days ago

Rambopup4- You've got it all wrong in your opinion about Caroline. I am a friend of her family and have know Caroline since she was born. She was not pushed into hunting at all. She started shooting a few years ago and has an incredible ability to shoot accurately. Her parents have supported her interest in hunting only because they are both very hard working, successful people. Caroline's parents are active in the community and are exemplary in how they have raised both of their daughters.

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from Barefooter wrote 12 weeks 3 days ago

I’m a working stiff with two teenage daughters and a young son. I think it’s great that this girl gets a chance to hunt where most of us can only dream of hunting. You people that are complaining
are missing the point that here is a young girl doing what we all love to do. Stop complaining and be happy for her success.

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from www.dropjhook.com wrote 12 weeks 6 days ago

you have a bright future ahead of you keep it up. Keep the photos coming & keep living the dream thank you.

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from SD_Whitetail_Hntr wrote 12 weeks 5 days ago

I certainly don't blame the girl for getting to partake in such amazing hunts, however I do agree in many ways with rambopup. OL writing a story on something like this is simply another depressing story of what people with truckloads of money can do that I can't. I would much MUCH rather see an article on a blue collar guy or girl who busts there butt all year to do one big game hunt and show us their trophies. It's going to take me a couple years to save up for an Elk hunt in Colorado and I even have connections there.. But whether I get a good trophy or not, I'm going to enjoy every second of the hunt. I honestly pray Caroline grows up appreciating hunting for what it is and not what her dad bought for her.

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from spudhead archer wrote 12 weeks 4 days ago

Rambopup4 is a dick and a jealous one at that! Go bass fishing if that is what turns you on. I went brown bear hunting in Alaska at no expense to me this spring and it didn't take away from the fun at, just because someone else was generous enough to pay for my fun. By the way, did anyone see the dog in the background of the Bongo picture? Where they hunting with that dog or was that dog sneaking up on her? Good job either way!

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from Fishingfreak wrote 12 weeks 4 days ago

I have to say, I am jealous. But that doesn’t mean I’m going to hate her for doing something I would like to do. All I can say is, good job, and keep the pictures coming!

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from blackwolftdm wrote 12 weeks 3 days ago

Rambopup4, Your a totally cry baby , really your taking shots at a 14 year Girl, grow a pair. Tears for rambopup4 everyone, so her dad paid for it all big deal, you cant knock someone for being well paid or knock her, she could hunt circles around you im sure.

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from blackwolftdm wrote 12 weeks 3 days ago

hows this even a new low honestly i think outdoorlife does a fine job covering the range here from the backwoods grizzly straight dipppers like myself to the rich hunter who has every toy a hunter could want. i dont see what the problem is with this at all

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from RandyHic wrote 12 weeks 2 days ago

Good kill Caroline!!! I'll bring that mount of that 10 point I killed on your uncle's place the week before you got this guy. To those of you who are jealous let me just say you are really missing out! Caroline and her family hunt on the same small piece of land that i do every year. I was introduced to hunting at a young age by her family. They have always been there for me and taught me how to laugh at myself when i missed deer and to learn from that. They invite us over every year. Sometimes we don't get one but that's not what it all about. They have shown me how to give something special and I'm not talking about hunting. Im talking about something more special than that. Don't miss out!!!

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from PhoenixHunter wrote 12 weeks 6 days ago

damn...

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from bigjake wrote 12 weeks 6 days ago

In the record books by age 14, thats immpressive.Great trophies.

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from gunny wrote 12 weeks 5 days ago

wish i could find a girl like that!! damn good job!!

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from seadog wrote 12 weeks 5 days ago

I could never afford to go on all the hunts this young lady has been on. She's very lucky to have parents who can provide that. Still, her success is very impressive.

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from dean-o wrote 12 weeks 5 days ago

you go girl!!!! i wish i could afford to take my kids to africa, so i am jealous, but in a good way. good luck and keep it up.

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from cecasey417@hotm... wrote 12 weeks 4 days ago

I personally know this young ladys uncle or(relative), we taught together for years and he is a Great Person who works hard for what he and his wife have. If this young ladys parents are as hard working as he is , and they want their daughter to be able to hunt like this,then she deserves it. If she gets a sponsor to go on hunts, and they pay for the hunts, I support her sponsor, the young lady, and her parents. By the way with her sponsors or even her parents footing the bill, there is no money out of anyones pocket but theirs. Don't sound like you are running her down for being fortunate enough to do this sport. I say "GO GIRL". I am Carl Casey in Trinity, Texas

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from seadog wrote 12 weeks 2 days ago

I think Rambopuppy has distemper. He should go back to the vet & get his puppy shots.

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from Bo wrote 11 weeks 6 days ago

MTB, I understand. That being said, if I had the means to do it, I would do just about anything for my daughter, within the bounds of legal and moral behavior if I could afford to do it.If my daughter were of the temperament to be a hunter and I could afford it, I would take her to the ends of the earth to let her do it. I do not begrudge those who have the means to do it. I do have a problem with those who decide that daddy's money is not well spent when they feel a child has been indulged. I do not think this child has been indulged. When I think of indulged children, I think of the Olsen twins, The Kardashian slu,,er girls, the Hilton sl..girls, you know the kids out there with sex videos that can be found online and they have no shame in their behavior. This girl has nothing to be ashamed of and much to be proud.

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from ltmhunter wrote 12 weeks 5 days ago

beautiful buck and girl.

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from hunter2012 wrote 9 weeks 6 days ago

I am jealous too, but also in a good way. I hope other kids see this and think wow, this is cool, i wish I could do this, I wish I could be part of the outdoors. I hope that they would be able to see how cool it is. I think this could bring in new young hunters, which in my opinion is a very good thing. I also hope that they wouldn't act like some of the people here and get so jealous. I hope they would realize how blessed she is and count their blessings as well.

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from mjoehickl wrote 8 weeks 1 day ago

Instead of taking a lot of fancy hunting apparel, Caroline and her family take boxes of medical supplies to leave at the villages where she hunts! That helps explain how she became a "princess" in a couple of remote locations. She would never tell you about doing that, as a family friend I can.
I cannot wait to see her and the family this weekend.. and congratulate her for winning Safari Club International Youth hunter of the year!!! Proud to know her personally!

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from www.dropjhook.com wrote 12 weeks 4 days ago

wow someone forgot there meds.....you and I both know that money makes the world go around even if you or I like it or not plain and simple. Its not the girls fault its not the dad's fault its the system fault what we live by that they call money,dollars,cents so lay of the stress because its proven that you live longer

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from www.dropjhook.com wrote 12 weeks 4 days ago

Did you not read what I wrote evreything around us has to do with money,currency what ever you want to call it. As much I think other hunters deserve that spot I dont try and bring the girl or her famliy and ol down in the gutters. We live in a time where we need to stand together are else or children or grand children might not be able to have a debate about hunting all they will know is work & soup lines. I can tell you are a fellow hunter so I will show you my support & take the -1 of your last comment. but if you want to debate on money making hunting bad off all I got to say your way off money made our sport biger and money with keep our sport alive & proteccted in the court rooms. Thank you & have a nice day

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from MTB wrote 11 weeks 6 days ago

i actually partly agree with rambopup4. no average person could afford to hunt all over the world like she has in a lifetime and shes done it in a matter of 2 years. i think its great that she could do that, but it shouldnt be that big of a deal. the only reason shes harvested all those animals was because her parents practically bought her them. i do not, however, think that her parents forced her into it to live vicariously. she looks truly happy in those pictures. still, until someones done what shes done not just because they can pay for all of it, i say its not a big deal.

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from Jefstar47 wrote 11 weeks 6 days ago

70 hours in a blind? For a leopard? To me no amount of money can buy that desire to want that game. Obviously this young lady is very driven to succeed at hunting. And, I say Good For Her!!!

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from dcernick wrote 11 weeks 5 days ago

I've never hunted in Texas, but from what I've read, and seen on TV it's a whole different game then what I grew up with. Not that there's anything wrong with that, but what do you consider "self guided"? Did this 13 year old girl go to NM on her own to hunt buffalo? Either way, they bought some really nice trophys. Just my humble opinion, but I'd like to see OL get a more real.

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from SeabeePete wrote 11 weeks 5 days ago

I say if you have the financial means to do it, go for it. I hope she realizes the advantages she has compared to her fellow young hunter who may only dream of the big 5. Quite the accomplishment. I wonder what that family's trophy room looks like?

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from ducktail42 wrote 11 weeks 5 hours ago

hey I think it's good for her that she can do all this kind of hunting off her Dad. But take some of this high dollar expense and take a kid(one that has no idea of the outdoors) or several on a hunting trip. You would make big difference in a kids life and maybe another supporter for Hunting.

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from pineywoods wrote 10 weeks 2 days ago

No criticism from my corner for this young lady, but I am jealous. If I'd had her advantages, I'd sure as he-- have taken full advantage of it just as she has.

It's a matter of degree, too. When I was a teenager, my dad bought me my first shotgun and the shells to go with it. He had friends with property where I could hunt and he belonged to a club with a good fishing lake. You better believe I took advantage of it.

Go for it, young lady. Take full advantage of what there is out there. (Take me with you?!?!??)

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from taylor1 wrote 8 weeks 3 days ago

man i wish i had a girlfriend like that. i might get a bit jelous though. i am happy to see other youth hunters out there. they are far and few between where i am from

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from sniperpro wrote 8 weeks 1 day ago

WOW, awesome animals I need to find a girl like that but their hard to come by so it’s nice to see at least one girl is really getting it to hunting. I say if you got the money go for it!!

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from maclark wrote 12 weeks 5 days ago

Daddy's little rich girl knows how to kill em, but does she know how to grill em?

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from rambopup4 wrote 12 weeks 4 days ago

To spudheadarcher.
All you have to do is read and educate yourself or watch Jim Shockey's TV show to know that Bongo in Africa are hunted with dogs. Again, how can this girl be written up in Outdoor Life as "remarkably successful" compared to other kids in America who are successful on the numerous public youth only hunts sposored by respective state game and fish departments? Are those kids any less remarkable,successful or talented? I would be willing to bet a $25,000 bongo hunt in Africa that daddy sent all the photos and background info to Outdoor Life as opposed to Outdoor Life sending out a writer nationwide looking for a "remarkably succssful" young hunter to do a feature about. I don't fault the girl at all. I stand by my original position: This is nothing more than a wealthy and overzealous parent saying "Look what my kid did". You see it all the time in America with organized sports.

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from rambopup4 wrote 12 weeks 5 days ago

The article on 08/19/09 "Born To Hunt" stoops to a new low for Outdoor Life.
The article about the 14 year old girl from Texas who has hunted all over the world should have been titled, "How much hunting notoriety can daddy's money buy for a kid?"

Two hunts with Jim Shockey, Bongo in The Cameroon, Leopard in Namibia, Tahr in New Zealand, etc.

Truth be told, in order for the girl to hunt like this two things are needed. First, money, and alot of it! Second, a sterotypical overzealous parent looking to promote or live vicariously through the exploits of their child.

We usually see examples of this in the sports world. Best example would be Jennifer Capriati (tennis) and the actions of her father. There is an entire sports academy in Florida dedicated to wealthy overzealous parents who can afford to send their kids to train to become professional athletes.

The only difference here is the outlet is hunting as opposed to tennis or some other sport!

I've hunted in Namibia, New Zealand, and Argentina. However, I could not afford to hunt for leopard, or at Algar Safaris in Argentina. And the base price for a Bongo in Africa is around $25,0000!

At least in the Little League World Series it is more about talent than what daddy's money can buy!

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from rambopup4 wrote 12 weeks 4 days ago

To dropjhook.
Read the second sentence written in the title of this article by Outdoor Life, ". . . this remarkably successful young woman. . . " I guess according to your view, success in hunting has a direct casue and effect relationship with money. Exactly my point!
However, should we not evaluate or give credibility to "success" in hunting due more to ability to shoot, navigate outdoors, pursue game, outdoor skills, hike, etc,
as opposed to "success" due in large part as a result of money?
At least in bass fishing tournaments some measure of skill or talent is necessary for success more so than money!

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from rambopup4 wrote 12 weeks 4 days ago

To mjoehickl and GerryBethge.
No both of you folks are wrong!. Very wrong.
If the parents or the kid want to post her hunting exploits on the internet via Outdoor Life then there are plenty of parent/child and youth only opportunity hunts in many states here in the USA by drawing quota that are limited to youth only, mostly on public land. Georgia and Arizona come to mind initially.
Tell the kid and daddy to apply for these youth only hunts, get drawn, and compete against youth of her own age, not on $10,000 - $25,000 hunts in Africa, to see if she can CONSISTENTLY harvest both better quality and bigger quality animals than the other kids on the hunts. If she can do this on a level playing field , so to speak, as opposed to trampsing all over the world on multi thousand dollar hunts, then I, and I suppose many others, would be the first to recognize her accomplishment. There's no jealously
here. Just reality.
This whole sordid article reminds me of a TV show so called hunting authority Keith Warren (another Texan) ran about 4 - 5 years ago. His kid at the time was in middle school and came home with good grades. So as a reward, Keith Warren takes his kid up to The Sanctuary in Michigan owned by Skipper Bettis. You know, the 1000 acre high fence enclosure with monster whitetails born, bred,fed,and raised in captivity. The whole gist of the show was, again an overzealous parent wanting to advertise his kids exploits, rewarding his kid for good grades in school by taking him "hunting" (I call it shooting) and shooting a huge whitetail for the reward. "Hey look what my kid did!" If that is what Keith Warren, as well as the parents of the girl from Texas, are teaching the future hunters of the next generation, then both hunters and wildlife are in deep trouble!!!
rambopup4

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