First let me say that I voted "for" guns and also for gravy...one of my favorite food groups...but that is another thread in itself...
As for guns, my wife SWMBO is an avid shooter and owns a few guns here and a few more in the USA. She is very active in a local club (St. Ives Pistol Club) and enjoys it very much. She is a regular at local competitions and wins her share of medals/trophies at her skill level.
When done properly, I think it is a fine hobby/sport and I actively encourage her to participate. Not just because it allows me to spend money on my hobby of choice either
Her Grandfather taught her to shoot as a young girl and she has been through many training sessions NRA (in the US...she is a member) but also here at her local club. While I have been trained as well I am content to let this be "her thing"...
Growing up in a rural setting and in a "hunting" culture I sometimes struggle with all of the "fear mongering" that goes on in discussions about firearms...
I think archery is an okay thing too...training, supervision and a little common sense go a long way!