Hunting, particularly of moose is the most popular pastime game of Sweden. Moreover, this year considerable number of women are expected to take part in the national event which will begun by next weak.
In the past, women took care of the hunting dogs and the animal meat from the hunt, and minded the children while the men were out in the forests. However, things have changed now, even the fairer sex have started to enjoy the hunting part.
According to the Swedish Association for Hunting and Wildlife Management, the share of women passing the hunting exam has risen from 18 percent in 1995 to 25 percent this year. For the support of women hunters, special networks have been set up nationwide.
Men too have gradually accepted women as equals on the hunt.
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Women ready with their Rifles as Sweden's Hunting Season begins!
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