Clearly what those dingbat parents are afraid of is that their kids will get interested. "Hey Mom, can I learn to shoot, huh?" Puts parents like that on the spot to realize that learning to shoot is not just a cool thing but an excellent discipline and a good step in the process of maturation, but for some reason they're afraid of it. I got my first chance to shoot in the Boy Scouts (one of the guys' Dads owned a range). Wonderful experience; more kids should have the opportunity.
My daughter is 5. I'm trying to figure out when she should have her first gun safety course and when she should have her first shooting course. I've been hesitant about buying a gun for the home because I don't want to put her at risk (until she's properly trained in it's use and handling).
Unfortunately I'm not the hunting type, neither the time nor the opportunity as a single dad, so I'm starting at a handicap here.
So, How do I start?