re: How did you get started in bow hunting?

Dad got me started. First deer I shot witha bow was one of the most exciting things I had experienced. I will still knock one down with a rifle, but the bow brings much more joy.

I would focus on public with limited rifle seasons. A buddy of mine bought a beginner Bear Archery set up from Cabelas last year. Don't know which model but came with everything he needed. I shot the bow and was pretty impressed for being a $350 set up. I would start there or do your research on a used bow off ArcheryTalk.