Hi Brandon. Welcome to bowhunting! You'll find this way more fun - and challenging, and addictive, and infuriating, and . . .

Are you in this on your own, or do you have anybody showing you the ropes? I recommend learning how to do things right first, rather than having to spend a bunch of time later "unlearning" a bunch of bad habits. [:@] (Not that I ever did that!)

[ul][*]First, you need to become competent with your equipment. You need to become consistent and know the limitations of both you and your gear.[*]Second, you need to find/gain access to some huntable land.[*]Third, you need to learn the various hunting techniques to effectively hunt with a bow.[*]Fourth, you may need to take a bowhunter safety course in order to get a tag.[*]Fifth, you need to have a plan for success. Do you know how to field dress a deer? Is there a processor nearby?[*]Finally, HAVE FUN! Take pictures, not just of your trophy, but of that squirrel that chewed you out for invading his tree! Appreciate the time you have out in nature. [/ul]
I recommend looking at instructional videos on archery and bowhunting. Some titles may be available at your library or you can rent or buy them at HuntFlix. Take a look at the "Getting Started in Hunting" section to get an idea of what is out there. We have several titles there of particular interest to beginning bowhunters. We also have a very well-stocked "Bowhunting" section as well as an "Archery" section.I would recommend looking at John Eberhart's Bowhunting Pressured Whitetails series. It is a very detailed, 3 volumeinstructional series that will make an excellent foundation to build on. I reviewed Volume One here.

Okay, pimpin' done. Good hunting!

-- FLIX