| For those of you unfamiliar with the sport, bow | | | | The more comfortable you are with your bow, |
| hunting is the practice of killing game animals such | | | | the better chance you have at successfully |
| as birds and deer by archery. If you are | | | | capturing your prey. In addition to wearing the |
| interested in going hunting, there are a few things | | | | right clothes and becoming acquainted with your |
| you should be aware of before you start. Your | | | | bow, it is important you know how far you can |
| bow should have a draw weight of at least 50 | | | | shoot. If the farthest you can shoot is 50 feet, |
| pounds, and your arrow should be at least 900 | | | | then it seems silly to aim for a target at 70 feet. |
| grains. You also should become aware of what | | | | Positioning is very important when it comes to |
| hunting restrictions are in place and when the | | | | bow hunting. If you are upwind you probably |
| season starts. If you are beginner it is best to get | | | | won't see any prey because they'll have smelled |
| some experience shooting before you scout the | | | | you. If you stay downwind you are more likely to |
| woods or fields for prey. After you become | | | | see more animals, but you will have to stalk them. |
| confident in your abilities, it is time to put them to | | | | This could be tricky, especially if you haven't |
| the test. Here a few tips to help you out. | | | | mastered the art of being quiet. This is why |
| Proper preparation is vital when bow hunting. | | | | many hunters let their prey come to them. If you |
| When you practice archery, wear clothes similar | | | | do use this method, it is important to remain still |
| to the ones you will be wearing when you go | | | | and quiet. If you alarm the animal then you will |
| hunting. Wearing your gear or a heavy coat or | | | | not be able to shoot it. |
| sweatshirt will allow you to get a feel for having | | | | There is no guarantee of success when hunting. |
| something on your arms. When hunting, it is | | | | Some days the climate can affect your shot. |
| recommended you use a compound bow, | | | | Other times the animals don't want to cooperate |
| composite bow, or cross bow. Regardless of | | | | with you. Although these tips do not guarantee |
| what bow you use, it is important to practice. If | | | | success, they can give you an edge while bow |
| you are a beginner, it is important to become | | | | hunting. The better prepared you are for the field |
| acquainted with your bow. Practice constantly and | | | | or woods, the better the odds are of successfully |
| try to shoot from different angles and positions. | | | | shooting your prey. Good luck. |