Im new to bow hunting this year also, but I would suggest putting them alot closer than you would with a gun. I would say to put them around 5 yards away from your blind if you use one. have the decoys facing you so the gobbler will go in front of them so they can see him. There are alot of great hints and tips that are already on this forum be sure to look back into the previous pages. I know Ive pretty much typed a book about turkey hunting a couple weeks ago. good luck and have fun!