NEW BOW HUNTER
 

this is my first year bowhunting and just recently i had a shot at a little 8 point. i told my dad and he couldn't believe i didn't shoot him. i know there is some bigger bucks there(130-140) if i am new should i take the 8 pointer?

RE: NEW BOW HUNTER
 

Depends on the deer population where you are hunting. Oh ya welcome to this crazy sport hope you enjoy.

RE: NEW BOW HUNTER
 

Welcome to the Board! I am new to bowhunting as well. I say sling all you can at what you can until you get your first one. HAHA. I have not got a shot yet, but am still trying.

RE: NEW BOW HUNTER
 

depends on how often you see these 130-140 class bucks and how productive the woods are... an eight point is a nice buck for a first deer but if you are pretty confident in the big ones coming around go for em!

RE: NEW BOW HUNTER
 

Welcome aboard, and in regards to your question. My advice is simple, I've probably said it a thousand times. Shoot what makes you happy. You'll evolve as a hunter as the seasons go on and on over the years. Best of luck, be safe and enjoy.

RE: NEW BOW HUNTER
 

Do what you think is right. I would at least try to shoot a doe in case the big bucks never materialize. Everytime you draw that bow and fire at an animal you'll learn from the experience. Welcome to the board.

RE: NEW BOW HUNTER
 

thanks for all the help

RE: NEW BOW HUNTER
 

My view points: 1) First deer with bow,take anythingas long as its not a spotted fawn IMO and 2) You can't eat antlers !!! Enjoy the season and good luck...

RE: NEW BOW HUNTER
 

Welcome to the board! When I first started bow hunting, I passed on every young buck and every doe for the first 4 years. I had numerous oportunities but never took the shot. The only reason I never took a shot at does was because I only bought one either sex tag and didn't want to "waste" it on a doe. Looking back, I wish I would have been buying 2 tags, 1 either sex and 1 buck tag because I had plenty of opportunites during all those seasons. I would say, depending on how many 130-140 class bucks you see in your area, don't taken him unless there's not common. BUT, since you're new, you might just have to bend the rules a bit...depends on your philosophy.

RE: NEW BOW HUNTER
 

any critter taken with a bow is a trophy....welcome to the world of bowhunting...you'll never be same!!:D