Global Sports: Used Crossbows Are Great For The Beginning Hunter To Get The Feel Of Using A Bow

Saturday, September 11, 2010

Used Crossbows Are Great For The Beginning Hunter To Get The Feel Of Using A Bow

By Paul Ashimov

Using a crossbow for deer hunting has become extremely popular over the past several years. Those who are beginning hunters or those who are used to hunting with guns need to practice prior to hunting day. It can be expensive to purchase all of the much needed hunting equipment so in order to save some money, used crossbows are great choices.

Ah, finally hunting day has arrived. The truck is packed with clean hunting clothes, massive amounts of deer scents and anticipation. Prior to randomly choosing a spot to set up the tree stand it is best to make a trip around the intended area before the big day. This will give you the upper hand in finding a great spot. Search the area for signs of there being deer around such as broken tree branches and tracks.

The best place to be has been a hunter's argument for centuries. Some prefer to be in the center of a clearing as they claim it provides them with the best view of what is around them. The other half argue that the best place to be is in the middle of thickest area as they fear the biggest buck will not wander out of the safety of thick brush areas.

One of the best places agreed upon by many is close to a stream or other water source. The deer are drawn to these areas as they have more feeding areas available. It is also easier to spot and hit the target deer when they are by the stream and you are in a wooded area.

Now that you have determined which spot is the best for you the adventure can begin. It is tempting to scan the area searching for a herd of deer to come running through the meadow, but in reality you should instead watch for movement. You hearing will be the best tool to use. Listen for branches to break or rustle and pay attention to moving trees.

It is extremely difficult to maintain the excitement when you have your buck in full sight but it is important to stay still. Any sudden movement could be the loss of the hit. You will need to be within forty yards to get a good hit so remain calm as you work your way closer.

When you make the shot do not forget to keep track of what direction the animal was in when hit. There is usually a thirty minute time to wait before going out to track the deer. When you find it make sure to poke with a stick to make sure it is dead before getting to close or handling. At the end of the season, it is important to prepare your equipment for storage. Closely examine the used crossbows for any damage or broken strings before storing

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