5 Scientific Reasons Women Hunters are Kick-Ass

The hunting industry has been dominated by the male gender since, well… forever – and even yet still!  Slowly, women have found more of an interest in the world of hunting and have been making waves in the past decade.  Businesses that once supplied men-only outdoor amenities are now stocking pink camo and clothing tailored to fit the female physique.  More and more people are now recognizing hunting as being beneficial and not just a simple, ego-driven blood sport.  It’s actually fun!  And incredibly fulfilling.  So, how are these women hunters different than their male counterparts?  Let’s find out.

1. WOMEN ARE KEEN SHOOTERS:  That’s right!  Turns out that the natural strength and width of our lower reign gives us women an all-time advantage when shooting firearms.  The unique structure of our body actually serves as a benefit in the standing position because it provides stability, and therefore better balance.  Our hips don’t lie – and neither do our shooting capabilities.

2. WOMEN ARE EQUIPPED TO DISCOVER THEIR PREY THROUGH PERIPHERAL VISION:  Throughout the history of our species, we have long discovered that the male gender evolved their senses as hunters and women as gatherers.  A man’s vision is more tunnel visioned, having the ability to focus on one object at a time, whereas a woman’s sight is more prominent through her peripheral vision as she searched for vegetation.  In the treestand, however, this skill can serve as an extreme benefit.  Noticing a moving target from the far left or right can assist in the awareness of swaying trees or, better yet, aid in pinpointing your prey as it navigates towards you.

3. WOMEN ENDURE PAIN: and pain is good;  At least to those who welcome it.  Toughing through the sting of a backpack strap digging into your shoulder as you hike up that brutal hill, or keeping perfectly still at that awkward position in the ground blind can prove burdensome for those with a lower threshold for pain.  Fortunately, women naturally have a higher tolerance to these uncomfortable situations due to their role in bearing children.  Ultimately, this ability comes in handy when you most need it – especially when the importance is high for you to focus as your prey draws closer.

4.  WOMEN RESPECT THEIR HARVESTS:  Human emotion, more specifically related to empathy, offers a rewarding experience when harvesting your prey following a lengthy day of anticipation.  Our natural capability for intense emotion can emphasize the respect and appreciation one feels after that well-deserved kill.  We are fully aware that hunting is an honor and a privilege.

5. WOMEN HAVE IMPECCABLE HEARING:  When we are born, our sense of hearing is equivalent to our male counterparts’.  As we age, however, it has been scientifically proven that men are generally five and a half times more likely to experience hearing loss, starting as early as even 20 years old. So, when that grand master buck is making his way towards you, or even if it is just that pesky little squirrel rummaging through the leaves, it could be argued that women may have the slight advantage of better hearing that first encounter – even if she can’t see it.

Now, this is not to say that women are superior hunters to men.  Quite the contrary!  The human male has been honing his skills since the very beginning of time, evolving him to become top-notch in his ability to harvest game.  However, it is apparent that women naturally have attributes that contribute greatly to hunting, as well.  Females have come a long way – taking the once “norm” to a whole new level.  It’s easy to say we bring a certain amount of elite qualities into this world of hunting, making it a gratifying sport for everyone to enjoy.

Heather Ballek
Dressed to Kill TV Staff-Writer