Do you really want to subject yourself to an addiction that will inflict you for the rest of your life??? TURN BACK NOW, BEFORE IT'S TOO LATE!!!

Seriously, go to a pro shop, not WalMart. I am sure some members on here that are familiar with your area can direct you to a reputable shop. Make sure you get a bow that fits. By that I mean not only draw weight, but draw length, etc. It is VERY important that you start off with equipment that fits you. Price can certainly be an issue. Remember that the bow is just the start of the cost. You will need a rest, sights, stabilizer, arrows and other smaller items to get started. There are some really good packages with some good bows that are "reasonably" priced. These generally include all you need to get started. An example is the Bowtech Tomcat package.

Once you get your equipment, get with some experienced archers and learn to shoot properly from the start. Don't try to muddle through on your own and learn the wrong way, which you will then have to correct later, making it much harder than it had to be. Just like about any other sport, there are avenues to helpful people. Search out an archery club or league in your area and I bet you will find people very willing to help you.

As far as hunting goes, learn your archery and shooting first. If you are already a hunter, you will find transitioning to bowhunting is not a hard thing.