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Wild animals don’t belong to human race

In his letter of Nov. 8 (BDN), “Bear management can be handled differently,” Stephen Law made good points, particularly his suggested bear management techniques and his counterpoint to a referenced owner of Crooked Tree Camps who apparently felt she owned the bears on her property.

In contrast, Law wrote, “They belong to all of us.” I am writing to offer an alternative interpretation of the human/wildlife interface – that is, wild animals don’t belong to the human race any more than the air we breathe or the sun that shines on us belongs to us.

We all just happen to be here together in nature on this earth at the same time. Compared to all other animals, humans happen to have the “big” brains and a moral sensitivity (most of us) that obligate us to co-exist fairly and ethically with the other creatures.

Ann Cady Jenson

Holden

High School athletes have earned respect

As this, the fall sports season, comes to an end, reflections on these teams, players, coaches, and fans begin.

Let us all be reminded that each one of these individuals had an important role to play. Coaches teach, players learn, teams perform, and fans are allowed to enjoy the culmination of their efforts. Week after week, we were treated to contest after contest, high schoolers pitting their talents against one another.

On the scoreboard some win and some lose. But in the end, they all win. They have been able to enjoy the camaraderie of a team, blend new friendships, and earn the admiration of everyone in the stands.

For each and every one, hold your heads high. You have given us, the fans, memories that we will cherish long after the snow flies.

Whether you have the hardware in the trophy case or not, you have all earned our respect as we watched you grow.

Mark Pierce

Hampden

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