re: How did you get started in bow hunting?

I grew up from a young age deer hunting with shotguns and rifles. I always wanted to kill one with a bow. Dad never took me bow hunting or bought me one because he said it made the season to long. Well, I didn’t mind that and when I could drive and had spending money, I bought myself one. Still into it till this day.

I agree with your comment on seeing what it’s about before jumping into a hunting lease. As said, pick up a used rig on archery talk (elite, bowtech, Matthews), you’ll save a lot for probably a barely handled bow. Reach out to friends or family that deer hunt that wouldn’t mind taking you and teaching some of the do’s and donts. Of course what to look for and such too. Practice and practice some more. If you’re going to step foot on a WMA know the rules/regs before doing so. Good luck and be forewarned, it can be addicting.