jbseamus83
Well-known member
I haven't listened to this particular speech, but I've listened and read a number of the things that Matt has put out there. I also have to admit that I am one of those that follows a lot of what Meateater does as a fan. I do not like everything that Meateater does and I do believe that they are much more into selling products now than when I started following them and it can be quite annoying.
I can't say that I completely disagree with everything that Matt stands for with the publicizing and and advertising of animals. However, a huge part of what he speaks out against is the 'over-crowding' problem and the growth of hunting. Yes, social media has had a part in this, but I truly believe that there are other causes with technology (phone-based gps, gear improvement, atvs, etc.) that provide more comfort and security for going to these places rather than social media. A lot of what Matt puts out there sounds very selfish - 'get off my lawn' sounding. While it would be awesome to have the woods completely to yourself at all times, it does belong to everyone. I don't think he has been able to truly support most of his ideas with logical and realistic solutions other than 'stop going hunting - well, except for me, so that I can have the woods to myself'. I just can't get on board with this line of thought.
I can't say that I completely disagree with everything that Matt stands for with the publicizing and and advertising of animals. However, a huge part of what he speaks out against is the 'over-crowding' problem and the growth of hunting. Yes, social media has had a part in this, but I truly believe that there are other causes with technology (phone-based gps, gear improvement, atvs, etc.) that provide more comfort and security for going to these places rather than social media. A lot of what Matt puts out there sounds very selfish - 'get off my lawn' sounding. While it would be awesome to have the woods completely to yourself at all times, it does belong to everyone. I don't think he has been able to truly support most of his ideas with logical and realistic solutions other than 'stop going hunting - well, except for me, so that I can have the woods to myself'. I just can't get on board with this line of thought.