The chances of a stray bullet coming from 2500 acres of forest, adversely affecting Brokejaw are almost nil. He probably has a better chance of being struck by lightning.
We hunt in a much smaller area, with more population. Nobody complains. During rifle deer hunting season most people not engaged in hunting know better than taking a hike or straying too far from home. Brokejaw probably has a better chance of being hit by a stray bullet in New Yak, certainly being hit by a car. Does that chance deterr him from leaving NBC studios???? It isn't safety he is concerned with, it is people with firearms who hunt.
Here is what I said:
Unless Mr. Johnston can bet his life that the bullets won't leave the property, this not about his property rights and Brokaw has a case.
If the chances are "almost nil," then I guess Mr. Johnston wouldn't have a problem betting his life. If he does, then it isn't that "almost," which is what this kind of dispute is all about. He has a case. Whether he wins or not is not the point. That doesn't mean I agree with his choice to bring the action. Mr. Brokaw quite apparently thinks the risk is worth the ill will in the community his action will clearly generate.