Just from a "seat of the pants" analysis, here in NW Kansas, we have many fewer hunters then just a few years ago.Lots of things contribute, but a downturn in Birds and lots more posted ground are the main factors, I think. We discontinued our Legion opening nite "smoker " 7 or 8 years ago, and the attendance at the morning pancake breakfast is mostly locals and relatives. Opening day we saw only a few parties of hunters out. And in my opinion I see very few young folks..