Hello

I am attempting to get into bowhunting deer in IL. I live in Will county and have some public land in the area that I would like to use to learn.

I was hoping some other IL bowhunters can help me out with some of the "I wish I would have known back then" type lessons and other general knowledge.

I'm already confused by license requirement. If all I want to do is archery, do I need to get a permit and then a license? Or can I just buy an OTC either sex or antler-less only permit and be good?

What can you guys tell a newbie to help him out?

Thanks!