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New to bow hunting with practice questions...
NorseNW:
Dadsaster - don't do it!!!!!!! It's a horribly addicting sport. I'm hoping I can get diagnosed with an addiction soon so Blue Cross can start picking up my expenses. I took the nock above class at archery world a few years ago when I got back into archery after a 20 year hiatus. I shot recurve because that was what my wife was shooting. Really doesn't matter what you shoot for the class the fundamentals are the same. The class really improved my shooting and the staff was very helpful. Shooting there in general has also been helpful. Other shooters on the line will sometimes give you pointers. You can tell who knows what they are doing and who doesn't. Unfortunately that does not solve your yardage issue as they only go out to 25 yards at the shop.
Finding a buddy or coworker with property that will let you shoot at their place is an option for yardage. My solution has been to drive up to Gifford Pinchot or Larch Mtn and find a spot. A short walk will normally get you away from the rifle / pistol shooters.
I would not suggest shooting at a local practice field. People tend to loose their minds in town about "shooting" in city limits and you are really opening yourself to liability because you can't control someone walking their dog in the morning or something like that. I applaud your efforts though as I used to shoot at our high school football practice field when I was in school. Just had to be very early in the morning before the walkers came out. Even when they did come out no one called the cops. Times were a bit different in the 80's in backwoods Pennsylvania!
pianoman9701:
--- Quote from: Dadsaster on December 31, 2018, 08:58:51 AM ---Thanks for the responses. I've shot targets with traditional bow and arrow as a kid. I've shot a compound bow once or twice. I have about 20 years of rust to knock off. I haven't purchased a bow yet and am looking to check out my local pro shop this week.
I would imagine that range fees add up quick.
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You can go down to either Shilapoo or Vancouver Lake hunting areas and will have plenty of room to set up targets at whatever yardages you want. PM me with you name and phone number and I'll call you with directions or other suggestions.
luckyman:
--- Quote from: Dadsaster on December 31, 2018, 08:58:51 AM --- I haven't purchased a bow yet and am looking to check out my local pro shop this week.
I would imagine that range fees add up quick.
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Your local pro shop is a great place to start and ask about where to shot. Range fees are fairly cheap at most places.
Seahawk12:
I would caution anyone getting into archery to not get too focused on shooting from longer distances.
There's no difference between a 25 yard shot and a 50 yard shot in regard to form/technique.
You nock your arrow, draw back, anchor, release, and follow through the same regardless of distance.
Taking that daily dozen shots at 20 yards in the backyard is going to give you more than if you wait to take 50 shots at 50 yards on the weekend.
Also, don't fall for the trap of thinking you need to draw 80 lbs. Start at a comfortable draw weight and increase as your shoulder allows. All you need is a 45 lb draw weight to hunt deer legally.
Have fun with it all.
blackveltbowhunter:
I think your on the right path, If I could go back and tell my younger self to get a couple lessons from a trained archer i would. Would save breaking habits down the road. As far as distance don't sweat it, 20 yards is enough to build reps. It can get boring, so challenge yourself with small spots, games with buddies and mix it up whenever you can to shoot longer ranges or 3ds.
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