This is the first year I was succesful with a bow. And man what a year. I have killed 5 does and 2 bucks with my bow. I bow hunted through muzzle-loader season and had some success as well. Now it is full gun season and I' ve tried to hunt with my bow but to no avail. The deer are pressed and wise now and it is very hard to get a shot within 40 yards. I pulled out my .308 yesterday and killed a 6 pointer. Yes my heart was pounding when he came out but it just wasn' t the same. Bow hunting has ruined me!! (But for the better I believe.)