Who is this weasel??

[WoolyBugger]

IMO you cant tell who is supporting him just because they "like" the pictures. I've had several high profile hunters like my random post because they (or someone they hire) just scroll through and like all pictures so they have their name out their more and get more followers. But it is unsettling the amount of likes from big name hunters the post has

 

[orionthehunter1]

Wonder what BHA will do I always suspected they were quasi anti 2A

 

[flatlanderhuffandpuff]

Not everyone has to agree with me on the right to own firearms and that's ok. I'm ok with folks in the hunting community who own a shotgun or the like and don't want to own an AR-15 or a pistol that holds 16 rounds.

What I'm not ok with is people trying to take away or limit my rights under the constitution. I don't know how to make them understand that a large percentage of gun owners will not comply and 100% of criminals won't.

I don't think he should be fired. I believe he has every right to say what he want when he isn't flying the Sitka banner. I know it doesn't work like that anymore but I'm willing to start that trend again.

I do expect Sitka to take a firm stance against the message he just gave and make very clear that when he represents Sitka he will not spout his own opinion on the matter. My future business will depend on it.

 

[JWP58]

Wonder what BHA will do I always suspected they were quasi anti 2A

Nod and agree is my guess.

If you haven't coughed up breakfast just yet, this is another org the lloyd Christmas lookalike is associated with

Home | Shoot'em With A Camera

 

[orionthehunter1]

Yeah and that org was huge in shutting down the Wyoming grizzly hunt

 

[Btaylor]

Not everyone has to agree with me on the right to own firearms and that's ok. I'm ok with folks in the hunting community who own a shotgun or the like and don't want to own an AR-15 or a pistol that holds 16 rounds.

What I'm not ok with is people trying to take away or limit my rights under the constitution. I don't know how to make them understand that a large percentage of gun owners will not comply and 100% of criminals won't.

I don't think he should be fired. I believe he has every right to say what he want when he isn't flying the Sitka banner. I know it doesn't work like that anymore but I'm willing to start that trend again.

I do expect Sitka to take a firm stance against the message he just gave and make very clear that when he represents Sitka he will not spout his own opinion on the matter. My future business will depend on it.

The problem there is that once it is known who the employer is every action of the employee has reflection on the employer. Sitka has very little to really no wiggle room with this imo.

 

[flatlanderhuffandpuff]

The problem there is that once it is known who the employer is every action of the employee has reflection on the employer. Sitka has very little to really no wiggle room with this imo.

I know what you mean and they are in a tough spot. Would you want to be fired by your employer for having a pro gun opinion? The door goes both ways.

 

[Jebuwh]

I know what you mean and they are in a tough spot. Would you want to be fired by your employer for having a pro gun opinion? The door goes both ways.

If I worked for WeHatethe2ndAmendment Inc. and I had a pro gun stance, yep i would expect to be fired. He works for a company that's only purpose is to outfit guys in gear to walk around the woods with a gun.

 

[SLDMTN]

I'm guessing he's feeling some heat. Post is gone...

 

[Btaylor]

I know what you mean and they are in a tough spot. Would you want to be fired by your employer for having a pro gun opinion? The door goes both ways.

Oh I get it but there is a difference between having an opinion on a subject and making a public statement. An employee should expect to be fired for cause if they knowingly make public statements that adversely impact image and/or sales. No one is entitled to a job.

 

[bohntr]

Man my Kuiu is feeling good right now. . J/k

 

[Jebuwh]

I'm guessing he's feeling some heat. Post is gone...

He blocked me earlier this morning so I haven't been able to see! I wonder if Sitka called and said take that shit down or you're out. I still want him gone. Can't have a guy like that in the hunting industry.

 

[CorbLand]

Give Sitka some time. He didnt do this flying the Sitka banner. He works for Sitka and has his right to say what he feels but in this video he is not there representing Sitka.

I hope to see Sitka distance themselves from him just like Black Diamond did with the dude that stole the stuff.

 

[Fishn4eyes]

I just listened to a podcast with Charles Post and Ben O'Brien on the Hunting Collective.

It was pretty disappointing to say the least and after listening to that, his 'Gram post does not surprise me.

Was not thrilled with a lot of O'Brien's comments either. Will not be listening to the Hunting Collective again.

Everyone has a right to their opinion but I will not be supporting people like those two guys..

 

[flatlanderhuffandpuff]

If I worked for WeHatethe2ndAmendment Inc. and I had a pro gun stance, yep i would expect to be fired. He works for a company that's only purpose is to outfit guys in gear to walk around the woods with a gun.

As a 2A supporter the first argument I come across is "you don't need Xgun to hunt a deer". The obvious response is, you guessed it, "the 2A isn't about hunting rifles."

Hunting CAN use a gun but shouldn't be used to water down the right to own firearms.

I would prefer to live in a world where people can freely speak their minds without everyone calling for a boycott or public shaming. Maybe that's just me.

 

[Russp17]

I agree Sitka should state they are pro second amendment

I think we as a hunting community should refrain from name calling. Calling a guy a donkey dick and a weasel does not help argue a pro second amendment argument.

 

[coop2424]

Give Sitka some time. He didnt do this flying the Sitka banner. He works for Sitka and has his right to say what he feels but in this video he is not there representing Sitka.

I hope to see Sitka distance themselves from him just like Black Diamond did with the dude that stole the stuff.

I disagree if he puts it on his Instagram profile then he is always flying their banner.

 

[WyoHnt300]

Whether you agree or not with the context of the message is somewhat irrelevant. The 2nd Amendment we all value is there for our gun ownership rights as much as it is to protect the rest of the Constitution, including the 1st in its entirety.
Can (insert outdoor personality of interest here) say whatever they want? Absolutely, as we all can.
Are there potential consequences for saying the wrong thing? That's between the "offender" and his/her folks they are accountable too and/or for.
Post may be a potentially impactful ecologist, the bar was set long before his conception and the notary prevalence in that field is sparsely populated , he's young and has some "Instacred." It's a great setting for someone to exercise a basic right, expressing an opinion, but not having the wherewithal to tactfully represent or present said opinion. The result is what we see it, a weird train wreck that we just can't seem to take our eyes off of.
Will Post be the hunting equivalent of the NFL's Kaepernick? Who's to say?
Should we as hunters/anglers/managers/conservationists create a hierarchy of offenses that spurn our activism and outrage? Personally, any poacher sits atop my list of offenders, as that seems to be the more harmful image representing hunting among the 80% of the population that sit in the precarious agnostic subset of the population. A self proclaimed "hunter" that is willing to circumvent the ethical process of the very activity/lifestyle they claim to be a part of is more enraging and dangerous than a self proclaimed "hunter" that is reaching for ideas to curb a trend in any societal issue, informed or otherwise.
Should Sitka have to respond? They associate with Post and his role as the Environmental Lead, not as the political proselytizer. He wasn't obviously representing Sitka in his advocacy plea. I think that Post would potentially learn more if Sitka stayed completely out of it. Although I imagine his supporters in the non-hunting world far outweigh the voices and detractors in the hunting world.
All in all, its an entertaining conversation.
Changing your perspective can help but some things are simply thorny creatures. Move with caution! - MP

 

[coop2424]

Interesting how things are being deleted off his profile.. lmao

 

[slick]

I disagree if he puts it on his Instagram profile then he is always flying their banner.

Especially if it says “Environmental Lead-Sitka” right under his name.

Edit: aaaaand now it doesn’t.