New to bow hunting with practice questions...

[D.Wilcox]

I have just started archery as well. There is so much good information online. Also if you can find a a couple 3d shoots they are really fun and about as close to a hunting experience as you can get.

[Katmai Guy]

Find a local shop that has an indoor target league during the week once you get your setup.  Great way to build muscle memory and spot concentration.  Then shoot 3Ds during spring and summer. 

[LandofRath]

All good advice.. there is also an archery field in Washington Park that is not that far from you when the weather is on your side..
I do agree a home 25 yrd range is great for practice but I regularly shoot out further to really dial in the bow itself.