There is plenty of elitism on both sides of the fence. I have found that bow hunters are typically in the field more than gun hunters and seem to really understand animals and nature better than most gun hunters. Score one for the bow hunters. Most of the bow hunters I have encountered are quite passionate about hunting and experiencing the outdoors. Score another for the bow hunters.

Personally, I feel that bow hunters are elite. That's why I want to be one. The last three rifle seasons I shot deer within 20 yards of my stand. It really didn't feel very sporting, although the venison was delicious.

Just wanting to learn bow hunting,
David