Originally Posted by
tostermann
Thanks CritterGitter. If I am unsteady during my aim, is it better to not take the shot or take the chance? Also, what can you do to get over the nerves and the problem of not following through with the shot because you want to see if you hit the deer? It is so mach easier while targe practicing. Also, how often are bow hunters not able to find a shot arrow or bolt that misses a deer? I don't want go to the poor house from the purchase of bolts
I think it's better not to take a shot if you're not confident. If you're seeing plenty of deer, don't shoot the first one that comes by. Just sit and watch it and get used to being close to deer. You can learn a lot about deer habits and also this will help calm your nerves when you decide to shoot. I would get me a shooting stick or some sort of rest so I could take a steady aim as Davidmil suggested. As far as losing arrows, I've found most of mine but back in the days of aluminum arrows, they were either broken or bent beyond repair.