Thinking of putting down the rifle and going to a bow. few questions.

[REHJWA]

In the words of Russell Wilson "separation is in the preparation". Start scouting and shooting now and get into judging distances under real conditions. Good Luck!

[C17loadclear]

Here is something else to consider with getting ready for bow season.  Practice shooting in awkward positions like from your knees or around a tree.  Also consider the flight of the arrow as you would be surprised how many times you hit a limb because of the arc.  Ok so that was two things...I stopped gun hunting 5 years ago and have never looked back...Old saying...If you want to kill something use a gun...If you want to hunt use a bow.

[HUNTINCOUPLE]

Great learning curve from rifle to archery... Everybody should experience it once in there life....

[Grizzly95]

If you do decide on the switch let me know, wouldn't mind finding someone to shoot with. Haven't had any shooting buddies since I moved back. And a plus is you can practice on the thousands of sage rats here at my place.

[troyspinetar]

I plan to head out in Sep this year for my first Archery hunt. It's definitely much more exciting so far. I'm already planning, getting equipment ready and getting myself physically conditioned.
I know I will have a blast tag soup or not.

[dfresh96]

Ive been archery hunting for a few years now like said above, practice & practice some more...

RR is a good unit I hunted off the 1000rd in past, seen a ton just couldn't get shot off, actually had a cow walk rite up to me my 1st yr elk hunting but spooked her when I drew (rookie mistake)...

suggestions I have is find area not pressured by labor day campers & usually its all about water early season....

[hornlvr]

I have been hunting for 54 years, the 1st 20 with the gun. There is nothing like getting close to game, this is really the name of bow hunting. To me, it is a totally different sport. Unless you are content to go without the kill, this is not for you. Since moving to WA 6 years ago, I have not been able to close the distance, it's discouraging, but not overwhelming. This is the longest dry spell that I have ever had, and my hunting days are numbered, but the thrill of the bow hunt is still there. This is not for everyone, but if it is for you, you will never look back.
Best of luck, enjoy.