Aldeer.com Forums Alabama Deer Talk Aldeer Bow Talk How many deer did you miss before your first & why?

i missed the 2nd deer but not the first one i ever shot at ... on the 2nd one, i mis-judged the distance (on the short side) & knocked every flea off it's belly under its armpits; it jumped straight up into the air, blew & landed behind a bush, looking around like WTH?!?!? LOL i quickly reloaded, knowing the mistake i had made -- but it didn't give me a follow-up shot opportunity ... i haven't missed any since then but i don't bow hunt once boom stick season comes in ...

bow hunting is significantly more challenging - but not impossible ... know your distances, maintain your form, and go through a "routine" where you harden/calm yourself for the shot & let it flow ... try not to think about the result at all ... hope that helps; don't give up ... it's super rewarding to take a deer w/a bow ...