Bowhunting (9)

Back view of hunter with bow, how to start bow hunting concept.

How to Start Bowhunting: A Beginner's Guide

Humans have been using bows to launch sharpened sticks at animals for nearly 70,000 years. Before modern firearms came on the scene, hunters relied on their skill, fieldcraft, and patience with a bow to harvest wild game. If you want to test yourself and find…

Hunter with a bow, using a bow for elk hunting concept.

Can You Use a Bow for Elk Hunting?

When hunters start planning for their first elk hunt, a significant consideration is selecting the right weapon for the job. As one of North America’s largest game animals, weighing between 700 and 1,200 lbs., aspiring bowhunters wonder if they can legally and ethically use a bow…

A hunter draws a bow, how to shoot a bow and arrow concept.

How to Shoot a Bow and Arrow for Hunting (Successfully)

For many hunters, learning how to shoot a bow and arrow seems to be a natural progression of the hunter who is continually seeking a challenge. After all, bowhunting often represents a frustratingly rewarding blend of fieldcraft, skill, and precision under pressure. If you're new…

Three types of small game hunting arrow tips.

How to Choose Small Game Hunting Arrow Tips

Hunting small game with a bow is an outstanding way to extend your season and sharpen your archery skills. However, regardless of how high-tech your bow's sighting system is, using the wrong arrow tips — like field points or standard-sized broadheads — is a recipe for…

Close-up of a compound bow outside, compound bow for hunting concept.

Why a Compound Bow for Hunting Is Great for Beginners

Many new hunters are attracted to the challenges that come with bowhunting. Whether it's the thrill of stalking within yards of your target, silently knocking an arrow, or making a tough shot in stressful conditions, archery can add a new level of excitement to the hunt.