There are pro's and con's to both gun and bow. Hunting with a bow is enjoyable to me for a few reasons. A. i get from the 3rd weekend in september until the last day in december to hunt bucks and in the early and late season i hunt all day in a stand without hearing a gunshot, so i can choose not to hunt during rifle season if i want. It is also a more blood pumping experience, for me anyway. As far as wounding deer goes, if you are too excited to shoot or you are not sure of the shot. You do have the option of not taking it.