I would say for a Beginner I would try Rifle/Gun Hunting first.....Bow Hunting is great and it takes a lot more time and skill to get a Deer with a Bow in my opinion.I do both because I love the more time I have to be Outdoors Hunting and learning about Deer and their habits and travel patterns,Bow Hunting has made me a much better Hunter and gave me more patients while Rifle Hunting too..........try them both and enjoy the benefits of both Hunting Seasons.