I dont think LH bows cost more but you should defiantly go to proshop and get fitted properly.

A decent bow, sight, rest,quiver etc -550$ min.
12 arrows and 6 B.heads -120$
A decent climber treestand and GOOD fall res. system. or a good blind, 200-300$
Camo suit and good boots -200$
good realease -40$


approx. 1100$ for the basics. A bargain compared to a Harley or golf membership and much more fun IMO.