I shot at my 1st Deer in 1957 with a recurve & wooden arrow & I was hooked. I had always shot some type of homemade Bow since I can remember. 1958 I killed my 1st Deer & that sealed the deal. I never had the desire to hunt with anything but a bow & arrow after that. I don't know if it's the thrill of "usually' being so close b/4 the shot or what. Yes, I enjoy the long season ect. ect. but thats not it-it's just the love of a Bow & Arrow & seeing what I can do with it.
I see nothing wrong with those who use a gun to hunt or whatever. I did a lot of bird & small game hunting in my early years & it was great. With 8 years Military behind me, I also know what I can do with a M-14 & M-16 a long ways down the road.
So, I guess it's just that I love "using" a Bow & Arrow.