Thirteen down, 3,637 to go. One of my goals for 2014 is to practice with my bow more consistently. In the past I have gone through streaks where I practice religiously, and then periods where I’m “busy” (lazy) and don’t pick up my bow for weeks. My goal is to shoot 3,650 arrows this year. … [Read more…]
To follow up on my previous article, “Effective Range, Long Distance Shooting, and the Spirit of Bowhunting”, I want to talk more about factors that help me decide what shots to take, and what shots to pass up. It’s foolish to talk about your maximum shot distance in terms of shots that you’re always willing … [Read more…]
July already?! I am leaving for my elk hunt in 82 days, which sounds like a long time, but two-and-a-half months sure can fly by – especially in the summer. The fact that this big hunt is just around the corner is incredibly exciting and slightly stressful. I have prepared, and I feel ready, but of … [Read more…]
The most enjoyable aspect of putting this elk project together has been interacting with other elk hunters. I have received many great questions from new and aspiring elk hunters, and some wonderful insights from veteran elk hunters. Last week I received an email from a reader that asked… “This September I will be going on … [Read more…]
It isn’t quite Spring yet, but it sure feels like it today! I am re-tuning my Elite Pure after a long season of hunting, and setting it up to begin shooting some 3D next weekend. The group below is from some long-range practice; it isn’t too pretty, but I’ll take 7 out of 7 in the … [Read more…]