Like everyone, I hunt because I really enjoy the time in the woods. I do also have a goal to get enough meat to last me to next season and to provide meat for many friends and family members that benefit from it. I target does to get the meat I want. I enjoy the fact that the meat is not enhanced and filled with hormones. I can't remember the last time I bought meat in the grocery store. I haven't figured out the costs but I know my mind is a lot better when I get some good time in the woods.