Tips for beginners from a beginner
This lens is an archive of the equipment I've used, techniques I've learned, useful websites I've found, and my personal progression.
My target practice track record
I take a lot of photos when I'm shooting so I can see how I've progressed as far as grouping my shots and adjusting my sights.
I USE: Bowtech's Diamond Edge
It is reasonably priced for a beginner's bow and has a decent resale value. It features an attached quiver and the popular Mossy Oak Camo finish.
It's also available for lefties.
Bowtech Diamond Edge Right Hand Compound Bow
Amazon Price: (as of 07/12/2009) 
Bowtech Diamond Edge Left Hand Compound Bow
Amazon Price: (as of 07/12/2009)
How to select a bow
- Compound Bow Selection
- This site has a great photo of a compound bow with labels for all the parts. There are 24 features on this article that will help you decide which combination of features are most appropriate for your body size and type and hunting or practice style.
- How to fit your bow and arrows
- This article sends you through a process of selecting your bow and arrows based on hand dominance, strength, and body size.
- How to choose your own bow
- This site goes beyond selecting a bow, into articles on making arrows, setting your string, tips for beginners, and more.
I USE: Carbon Arrows
12-Pk. Trophy Hunter Carbon Arrows
Amazon Price: $44.97 (as of 07/12/2009)
Carbon Express G0326 Carbon Youth Arrows
Amazon Price: $16.97 (as of 07/12/2009)
12 - Pk. Carbon Express® 250 Maxima™ Arrows with Blazer
Amazon Price: $144.97 (as of 07/12/2009)
BARNETT ARROWSType: Carbon / Size: 22"
Amazon Price: (as of 07/12/2009)
Carbon Express T1149-31 Rebel Carbon Arrow
Amazon Price: (as of 07/12/2009)
The case for carbon arrows
- When should you select carbon arrows?
- Learn the differences between carbon arrows that make or break (or don't change) your shooting strategy.
I USE: RipCord drop away arrow rest
The RipCord is a bit of an investment but if you're an avid hunter or plan to be, it's worth it.
Ripcord Fall Away Arrow Rest (Right Handed, Camo)
Amazon Price: (as of 07/12/2009)
RIP RIPCORD ARROW REST BLACK R
Amazon Price: $93.99 (as of 07/12/2009)
Bowhunting Forums
- HuntingNet.com
- Talk about the passion that is bowhunting. Share in the stories, pictures, tips, tactics and learn how to be a better bowhunter.
- ArcheryTalk.com
- Includes categories for women and competitive pros.
- 3D Shoots
- 3D shoots are different than sticking arrows in a sack of corn. Learn how to improve your 3D range skills.
- BowCountry.com
- Focuses on types of bows and game species.
- Strictly Bowhunting
- Chat with hunters in your region, or select a category based on game species or accessory type.
I USE: A hard case for my bow
Plano Z Series Hard Shell Bow Case with Pillarlock
Amazon Price: (as of 07/12/2009)
Kalispel Compound Bow Case
Amazon Price: (as of 07/12/2009)
41x16" ICC Compound Bow Case with Arrow Storage
Amazon Price: $239.97 (as of 07/12/2009)
Do you bow hunt?
I USE: a four-sided target bag
Target blocks and bags come in a huge variety of shapes, sizes, and styles, in every price range from $40 up.
Field Logic® The Block™ Portable
Amazon Price: $92.11 (as of 07/12/2009)
Delta® 25" Dead Stop Burly Bag Target
Amazon Price: $29.97 (as of 07/12/2009)
DELTA SPORTS PRODUCTS LLC (70287) Archery Targets DEADSTOP QUAD BAG
Amazon Price: (as of 07/12/2009)
Delta Super Deadstop 36" Target
Amazon Price: (as of 07/12/2009)
If you're in the northcentral Wisconsin area...
What are others saying about bow hunting?
- Blue Wildebeest Cull video - Hunting Forums, Hunting, Bowhunting ...
- I had to help with a culling exercise the past week... let me know what you think of the video YouTube - Sdudla Blue Wildebeest.
- Tips on how to train a dog for blood tracking - Hunting Forums ...
- Hunting Forums, Hunting, Bowhunting, Forum, Hunting Equipment, Hunting Gear, Hunting Outfitters > Hunting Forums - Hunting in Africa > Plains Game Hunting. Tips on how to train a dog for blood tracking ...
- Welcome to our new show 7/19/2009 - camoclown on Blog Talk Radio
- Welcome to our opening show as we introduce ourselves and tell you just a little bit about what we do. Jul 19 2009.
How 'bout dem apples?
NikSnowRoo wrote...
Greetings from a fellow female hunter! I've been hunting far & wide on Squidoo & you're the first I've found, other than me, myself & I....(and we were just about to give up)! I am most likely more than double your age, but I hunt with both bow & gun & love it! At 63, my muscles are not what they once were & I only pull 38 pounds, but I've managed to add 8 deer to our freezer in the 10 years I've been a huntress...just wanted to say hello & congratulate you on your wonderful career with Squidoo & Cafe Press! I'm learning much by reading your prolific list of lenses! I have a gallery on Zazzle & found Squidoo while trying to market that...now I love Squidoo so much - I don't have a minute for Zazzle! What do you do - stay up all night making lenses? I find there aren't enough minutes in a day to do all I want to do online - my behind has grown a flat spot from all the hours!!!
Gotta run - all the best & God bless you, Kimberly!
Posted February 25, 2009
brent99999
Were you lucky enough to take an animal with your bow yet? If not, good luck to you this season!
Posted October 10, 2008
JasonStepp wrote...
Wow! I am impressed! You havent been shooting your bow for very long, but you still managed to shoot it very well! Great job!
I would love for you to stop by my archery bow hunting blog, and tell me what you think!
Keep up the great work, and SHOOT STRAIGHT!!!">
Posted August 09, 2008
by KimberlyDawnWells
I'm Squidoo's Community Organizer, which means my focus is on building the community: bringing in new lensmasters, developing...
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