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Beginner Archer
I'm new to hunting. I'm hunting PA state game lands. I got a bow and camo. What else do I need to get started
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I'm not much for pushing products but forget all the scent and such but I'd recommend a lw climber and or a lw hangon and sticks, the marsh and hill country DVD's and a quality range finder
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hunter10 wrote:I'm not much for pushing products but forget all the scent and such but I'd recommend a lw climber and or a lw hangon and sticks, the marsh and hill country DVD's and a quality range finder
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Exactly what I was gonna write. And get a good buddy to help you drag your deer out. You'll need him if you learn from the guys on this site
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Thanks
So what you guys are saying is that I don't need
Any scent spray, or cover sent?
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So what you guys are saying is that I don't need
Any scent spray, or cover sent?
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What kind of hunting experience do you have? Have you gun hunted for deer before?
Camo, bow and a good quiet portable stand is a great start for equipment. The DVDs that others have mentioned are 100% worth their price and then some.
Camo, bow and a good quiet portable stand is a great start for equipment. The DVDs that others have mentioned are 100% worth their price and then some.
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If you have money for sprays and scents you'll kill more deer if you spend it on a broadhead target and fuel to get to the hundreds of different spots you're gonna hunt.
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I've hunted rifle before but this is my first year hunting archery.
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A broadhead target and plenty of time spent sending the broadheads you plan to hunt with into it until you are proficient.
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There's not much that's NEEDED to be successful bow hunting other than a bow, a few arrows, a few broadheads, and a target to shoot at until you become proficient. There are a few things that will increase your odds and are a good investment, such as a quality tree stand, sticks, Marsh & Hill DVDs that have already been mentioned. There is also A LOT of products out there that are a complete waste of money.
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ditto on the range finder!
also when buying optics, get the best you can afford. You get what you pay for.
Another thing, use a quality release.
also when buying optics, get the best you can afford. You get what you pay for.
Another thing, use a quality release.
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Thanks guys
A lot of good and useful Information
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A good book or DVD on how to shoot consistently. Or else find a good shop to help with that. Most of us men all think we can just do this sort of thing naturally. Being taught right will eliminate frustrating bad habits.
Don't aim too high. Taking a doe as your first bowkill is no easy achievement!!
Don't aim too high. Taking a doe as your first bowkill is no easy achievement!!
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I've been through the ropes of being sucked in to buying what you see on TV or in the stores. Most don't get you any closer to the big buck but having the quality equipment such as uour stand, range finder and bow will give you more breathing room of comfort and confidence when the moment occurs
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Keep it simple. If you have a bow and camo you are ready to go. Get as proficient as possible shooting broadheads out of that bow then get out there and let mother nature teach you the rest. Lot's of great tips so far but learning from your mistakes are the lessons you learn best.
Most importantly do not watch hunting shows and get false expectations or let them brainwash you into buying products that will likely never help you kill a deer. Tactics in magazines for the most part do not work especially on pressured public land. Your best source of information will be here at the Beast. Don't ever be afraid to ask questions. The only dumb question is the one you don't ask. Good luck.
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Most importantly do not watch hunting shows and get false expectations or let them brainwash you into buying products that will likely never help you kill a deer. Tactics in magazines for the most part do not work especially on pressured public land. Your best source of information will be here at the Beast. Don't ever be afraid to ask questions. The only dumb question is the one you don't ask. Good luck.
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As was mentioned many times above, practicing with your broadheads and making the adjustments to get them to fly properly out of your bow is absolutely critical. The staff at your local bow shop will be able to help you with this if you're unsure how to make any needed adjustments.
When the moment of truth comes and you have that deer within your comfort zone, "PICK A SPOT". I mean actually focus on the piece of hair on the deer that you want to hit. You probably won't hit it but you'll have a whole lot better chance of making a lethal shot if you focus on this detail before you touch off the shot. I missed a whole lot of deer and made some really bad shots before someone finally gave me that tip. I now use every time I draw my bow on a deer with much better results. Good luck!
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When the moment of truth comes and you have that deer within your comfort zone, "PICK A SPOT". I mean actually focus on the piece of hair on the deer that you want to hit. You probably won't hit it but you'll have a whole lot better chance of making a lethal shot if you focus on this detail before you touch off the shot. I missed a whole lot of deer and made some really bad shots before someone finally gave me that tip. I now use every time I draw my bow on a deer with much better results. Good luck!
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