
Originally Posted by
ben4372
I think it is mostly a function of the way people are wired. About 30 years ago I worked as a trap boy at the Aurora Gun Club. It happened back then too. Especially with the retiree shooters. I do notice myself slowly turning into those old, much loved curmudgeons. In my younger years I just went shooting, only noticed the most careless shooters. Now, I find myself almost unable to relax if a younger shooter is nearby. As the OP mentioned, I feel a bit more comfortable if a older person is around. That said I went shooting for the first time with guys I've known for 20 years. They are new to guns. None of them have any formal training or hunter's safety. I had the same feeling for a bit. After knowing they were safe, I relaxed. It would be unnatural to not be more than alert around an unknown person with a gun. The more different you are the more people are alert to your presents. You'll get older and eventually get less looks. Along the same line is becoming a regular at one or two places. I for one would love more young folks around the gun business. Don't get discouraged.