It is no secret that hunting has predominately been a ‘man’s’ sport. Growing up as a girl who enjoyed hunting was not ‘the norm’ and I often had to listen to negative comments or work to justify my love of the sport.
However, if I had let the talk get me down and hadn’?t ?stuck to my guns? I would have missed out on a special relationship with some amazing role models such as my dad and granddad. I wouldn’t have the special memories that I do and the many traditions that I am able to pass on to my children today.
Being a female host of a hunting television show watched and critiqued mostly by men is challenging. However, earning the respect and being labeled as a top hunter in the industry makes it all worthwhile.
I’m so proud of the opportunities that hunting has given me. I was thrilled when I was named ‘Viewer Favorite Personality’ on the Sportsman Channel in 2009 and am honored to be the only female spokeswoman for Remington Arms since Annie Oakley.
I still have people ask me how I was able to succeed as a finalist on the ESPN reality-type hunting show while in my third trimester. I tell them that if you can learn anything from my career it is that breaking down the stigma of ‘a girl can’t do it’ comes with challenges but with determination, persistence and the support of family you can overcome whatever nature puts in your path.
And remember….there’s no mountain too high. No animal too evasive!
Haley is the host of “Family Traditions with Haley Heath” on the Sportsman Channel and earns the respect of hunting enthusiasts around the world. Now the mother of two, Haley shot her first deer at the age of 6. Visit Haley Heath’s Web Site.
3 comments
Tess
I can totally relate :) I’m 15 and been hunting ever since I can remember with my dad and sister who is also into the game.
I respect you, hunting can defiantly be a girls sport and I’ve been told that females have better accuracy with their aim than the guys :)
Ada
This is sad… :-(
let free animals be free.
Molly
You go, Haley! :)