I'm new to bow hunting and to this forum. I joined to get good ideas and knowledge about it. I looked for awhile and couldn't find a "new bow hunter must haves" thread. So I thought I would start one. I just bought a Browing compound yesterday with sight, case, 6 arrows(1 practice head), arm guard, and fingor glove(apparently the last guy who had it shot with his fingers), all for $80. I am going to get it restrung, add a d-loop, and adjusted to my 291/2 draw length friday. What else do you guys recommend for a newbie? Im talking clothes to tackle
First thing I would get is clothes and make sure to get light weight clothes and heavier clothes. Boots, I like muck boots but really anything warm and waterproof. I would get some optics. I wouldn't go into the woods without binoculars where I hunt. Maybe a range finder also, or get to know your yardage really well. It sounds like you have everything for your bow. I would get some more field tips and also a release.
Definitely the first thing is obviously a release for ur D-loop ur putting on. Then a target to get some good practice in.
The bow and all it's accessories are no doubt important pieces of the bowhunters arsenal, but none of those will save your life in the woods. A safety harness is a must have for anyone hunting out of a tree. I'm assuming you will hunt out of a tree. My safety harness is the most important piece of equipment I bring to the stand.
Hunting pack,Little saw, Bow pull up rope, Flashlight,Release, Trail markers, Bow hanger, Rangerfinder,some sort of deer stand,Find a broadhead and trust it, Facemask , and some sort of scent killing spray. Thats a good start
I would suggest muzzy broadheads... I've had many problems with rage, with the razors not opening and things alike.... So muzzy broadheads are great and cheap! I also recommend Getting some doe piss, to cover your scent and some scentlock clothing to keep your scent locked in. Also i recommend a tree stand untill you are use to climbing great heights, then move to a climber as there more convenient and you can climb anywhere! Goodluck man!
