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Big Game Hunting => Bow Hunting => Topic started by: 7t9cobra on September 25, 2013, 07:42:33 PM

Title: new to archery.
Post by: 7t9cobra on September 25, 2013, 07:42:33 PM: I decided to get a bow. I have a mathews solo cam. I have almost no experience with bows. I wanted to take advantage of the better seasons and i like stalking. Ive been reading online looking for advice. The more the better so please feel free to pitch in. I plan on shooting a lot this weekend. I have a lot more to say but this damn phone is freezing
Title: Re: new to archery.
Post by: 7t9cobra on September 25, 2013, 08:35:13 PM: Now that its working again... im taking it out to do some practice this weekend and im just curious about peoples different techniques, opinions and preferences as far as shooting goes. Any tips on getting sighted in would be appreciated also.
thanks.
Title: Re: new to archery.
Post by: BlacktailBowhunter on September 25, 2013, 09:52:29 PM: Join a archery range or at the least go shoot at the local pro shop. I would also recomend joining a bow hunting organization or hunting organization in general that has regular meetings and events. There is no better way to learn than from experienced people.
Title: Re: new to archery.
Post by: Button Nubbs on September 25, 2013, 09:56:48 PM: Take a lesson from a pro or someone who knows what they are talking about, not just thinks they know. It will cut your learning curve in half or more.
Title: Re: new to archery.
Post by: 7t9cobra on September 26, 2013, 08:56:38 PM: I live in aberdeen. I dont know of any organizations around here. I have a buddy who thinks he knows a lot but doesnt have the horns to back anything up. I would really like to put some time and commitment into archery hunting. I just dont know where to start other than winging it. Im just impatient and i like to hike around a lot. Ive been tryingto coyote hunt hoping i learn to be still but its harder than it sounded. I seem to get the itch to move and its hard to resist. :chuckle: When i do i start getting sleepy
Title: Re: new to archery.
Post by: sakoshooter on September 26, 2013, 09:56:32 PM: Quote from: Button Nubbs on September 25, 2013, 09:56:48 PM
Take a lesson from a pro or someone who knows what they are talking about, not just thinks they know. It will cut your learning curve in half or more.
Agreed. Many pro shops offer lessons for very reasonable rates. Well worth it.
Title: Re: new to archery.
Post by: justyhntr on September 27, 2013, 05:58:07 AM: Grays Harbor Bowmen is 7 miles out of Aberdeen . I've met some of their members at 3D shoots , good people .
Title: Re: new to archery.
Post by: copasj on September 30, 2013, 06:25:00 PM: Just because he doesn't have horns on the wall doesn't mean he can't shoot!

IMHO, shooting a bow is quite a bit harder than shooting a rifle, but you can practice in the back yard. And there is a lot that goes into accuracy with a bow.

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Title: Re: new to archery.
Post by: 7t9cobra on September 30, 2013, 11:33:47 PM: Hes not the most skilled hunter ( weve hunted modern many times together) but hes a good guy. He mentioned doing a 3d target practice towards westport somewhere. After work we went into the warehouse and marked out yardage with a rangefinder, then set up a target. At 40 yards i was well within the kill zone. 30 yards i was within a 4" group. I was pretty stoked since it was pretty much my first time shooting archery. I need to adjust left and down. I was consistantly high and right. I compensated and was able to get some real close to center shots. So tomorrow ill adjust and try some longer shots. My top sight was dead level at 30 yards. I should probably set it at 25, correct? Then 10 yard increments? It has five yardage sights and im shooting 100 gr. At 65lbs.
Title: Re: new to archery.
Post by: Special T on October 01, 2013, 07:43:17 AM: GRAYS HARBOR BOWMEN

902 State Route 105, Aberdeen

TC Parker, (360) 533-4698

wa-archery@live.com

www.graysharborbowmen.com (http://www.graysharborbowmen.com)

Facilities: Outdoor, 3-D, Indoor

Directions: From Aberdeen, go West on Highway 105 (toward Westport). Range is 7 miles from Aberdeen, at the crest of the first hill. Range is on the right, between Milepost 42 and 41.

Notes:

Clubhouse w/ electricity.

Camping at range; campgrounds in Westport; motels in Aberdeen or Westport
Title: Re: new to archery.
Post by: D-Rock425 on October 01, 2013, 08:00:16 AM: Very nice helpful people there.
Title: Re: new to archery.
Post by: DIYARCHERYJUNKIE on October 01, 2013, 08:30:03 AM: Quote from: 7t9cobra on September 30, 2013, 11:33:47 PM
Hes not the most skilled hunter ( weve hunted modern many times together) but hes a good guy. He mentioned doing a 3d target practice towards westport somewhere. After work we went into the warehouse and marked out yardage with a rangefinder, then set up a target. At 40 yards i was well within the kill zone. 30 yards i was within a 4" group. I was pretty stoked since it was pretty much my first time shooting archery. I need to adjust left and down. I was consistantly high and right. I compensated and was able to get some real close to center shots. So tomorrow ill adjust and try some longer shots. My top sight was dead level at 30 yards. I should probably set it at 25, correct? Then 10 yard increments? It has five yardage sights and im shooting 100 gr. At 65lbs.

High right would mean you need to chase your arrow with the pin high and right. Not left and down.
Title: Re: new to archery.
Post by: 7t9cobra on October 01, 2013, 09:14:49 AM: Thanks! We will be going there sometime. My stand is adjustable so i moved it right and up one click. Once its close ill chase it with the sites.
Title: Re: new to archery.
Post by: BlacktailBowhunter on October 01, 2013, 08:57:29 PM: If you do not have a pro shop local, drive until you find one. Just make a day out of it.

I live 120 miles from my pro shop and 40 miles from my taxidermist/bow tech.

I only deal with people that know their stuff when it comes to instruction and tuning.

It is best to learn the right way from the beginning, so you don't develop bad habits.

Best of luck.
Title: Re: new to archery.
Post by: coyotestalker22250 on October 06, 2013, 12:10:25 AM: If you're looking for an archery shop I recommend lucky shot in chehalis. They are great people and very helpful. They also have one of the best 3-d shoots around, very realistic and challenging. good luck.