Conservation and Community: Axis Deer Hunting in Hawaii
Hunting can be one of the most effective tools we have to protect ecosystems. And it’s not just a Western, mainland tradition. It happens on tropical islands, too.
Hunting can be one of the most effective tools we have to protect ecosystems. And it’s not just a Western, mainland tradition. It happens on tropical islands, too.
I am proud to tell people I didn’t grow up hunting. Learning to hunt as an adult taught me that choosing a new path - especially one that demands patience, humility, and perseverance - is its own form of empowerment.
True understanding begins with educational awareness. This means being willing to do the homework and learn (without preconceived judgment) from marginalized communities beyond one assigned day of the year.
You don’t need to train like a professional athlete to be mountain-ready, you just need consistency.
Though this list may feel like overkill, every little bit of work you put in now will help you feel less stressed, confident, and unrushed when it’s go-time.
The longer you can stay comfortable on the water, the longer you can stay out, and the better odds you have of landing a trophy catch.
These people and organizations celebrate AAPI heritage year-round. They’re increasing diversity and access in the outdoors from metropolises to rural regions, and we’re excited to spread the word about the incredible communities they’re building!
We hiked every trail in this book—and then some. Some days we carried our son in the carrier for five miles straight while he crumbled granola bars onto our necks.
SheJumps is on a mission to get women and girls in outdoors to foster confidence, leadership, and connection to nature and community.
There are many different ways to be a ski bum, but however you do it, there is no better time than right now.