Both, depends on the situation and the experience level and temperment of the youth. My goal is to get the youth addicted to hunting..... so you want them to harvest something. I also think we are really doing a dis-service to many of our new or young hunters by introducing them immediately to big game. I say start them on small game (squirrels, rabbits, grouse, pheasants, ducks, crows, predators) and watch how they interact with game and their patience level. It really depends a lot on the kid and your goals in my opinion.