Many--Many years ago when I started bow huntingI hunted hard without sucess--about the last week of season my hunting buddy(at that time) chose to bring his22 rifle, and chastized me for not doing the same--My thoughts then was"How could I brag on a deer that I killedileagle"--I know this is backwards from what your asking--but take the rifle,,who knows you may kill a trophy! Good luck on your hunt!!