Hello. As a prospective varmint hunter, I was looking at another varmint hunter's website. He specifically describes what hunting is from his point of view. Elsewhere on his website, he describes in detail with photos what coyotes do to livestock.
For those who are new to this thread, I stated my position previously (See the thread, 'Coyotes: Are they always fair game?'). I said it's OK to prune out troublemakers damaging livestock. My view was it was wrong to just go out and shoot coyotes for target practice only.
Nevertheless, an avalanche of protests ensued. What right do I have to question another hunters ethics, I was asked?
Well, take a look at what another varmint hunter says. He says exactly what I was saying, applying it to hunting in general. His comments are titled, 'HOW I FEEL ABOUT HUNTING'. He's also a member of VHA, Varmint Hunters Association. My view is in good company with other seasoned varminters!
See:
www.geocities.com/Yosemite/Trails/4263/vrmnthnt.htm