Well, though certainly not impossible, it sounds to me like you're in need of an equipment upgrade. I've only got a few years experience under my belt myself, so I'll let someone else give you a more thorough evaluation. That's just what jumps out at me right away. I will say this, with a little firsthand help from a friend who knows what they're doing and the proper equipment, it can certainly be done with PLENTY of time to hunt this year. YouARE using a peepor some form of rear sight along with the pins, aren't you?