There are many things that keep me coming back with my bow in hand. Like some have already pointed out, I enjoy the challenge and the close up action.I really like matching witts with any big game animal.It is ultra exciting to have a wild animal whether it be deer, bear, moose, elk, antelope, etc. close enough to see him blink his eyes and the steam from his breath. It feels like such an acomplishment to take an animal with a stick and string. I hunt with my rifle and my muzzleloader each year as well, but there's definatly something different and special about bowhunting.