The mule deer buck was bedded 23 yards below me. Sounds like a slam dunk, but the steep, declined angle, variable crosswind and adrenaline coursing through my veins tested my months of practice and preparation. After calming down and concentrating, I connected and soon was admiring his chocolate antlers in the palms of my hands.
Bowhunting has many challenges. When you finally earn a shot opportunity, do you really want to blow it? Bowhunters can take many different steps to increase their skills before bow season. Don’t overlook these five.
1. MASTER A SURPRISE RELEASE
Shot anticipation causes some archers to “punch” the trigger and/or flinch during the
