EVOLUTION of a BOWHUNTER

However, this place was predominantly regenerated bush and it was difficult to move through and not be noticed by such an alert deer.

It seemed as though I was busted every time without fail, and then any opportunities for a shot were at 50 to 60 yards. Back then I used a single fixed pin, held over the target. Not an exact method, and especially difficult when I didn't own a rangefinder.

If I was going to create more opportunities, I needed to evolve myself and my setup. One year later, I had worked on developing patience within the stalk, thinking about how I moved and waiting longer. Good pre-planning resulted in decreasing distance travelled and increasing time spent watching. A day bag gave way to a bum-bag.

I minimised the gear I carried to decrease the human profile and fit through thicker cover, and ensured there was nothing that would make