Too short of an arrow creates problems for the bow as the arrow falls, and you can’t keep it on the arrow rest. That begs the question if you can have too long of an arrow. Can an arrow be too long? Yes, long arrows can slow down the launch of your projectiles. You choose the…
Can an Arrow Go through Bone?
Perhaps you have wondered to yourself if an arrow had the potential to pierce right through the bone. The answer lies in what hunters observe when they go hunting. Can an arrow go through bone? An arrow travels at 330 fps, depending on draw weight. In some cases, the arrowhead will lodge itself in the bone…
What is a Walk-in Campsite?
Many campers confuse the difference between walk-in campsites and walk-up campsites. Throughout the summer, you likely won’t find many walk-up campsites if you arrive late. Campers have better luck during the autumn and spring season for walk-up campsites. Walk-in campsites require a reservation, but you can get this campsite more easily. What is a walk-in…
Can a Bow Survive a Dry Fire?
Knowing the dangers of it, no experienced archer will dry fire their bow. Many times, beginners dry fire because they “wanted to see what the bow felt like on their fingers.” Can a bow survive a dry fire? Dry firing a bow will often damage the limbs and other components of the bow. At its extreme,…
Can Bows Explode?
Perhaps you wondered if shooting a bow could lead to it exploding in your face. I should emphasize that the brand doesn’t matter, but you need to take care of your equipment because like with damaged arrows, firing a damaged bow can be just as dangerous. Can bows explode? While rare, bows can and have exploded….
The Best Glue for Bowfishing Arrows and How to Use It
Maybe you have wondered to yourself about the best glue for your bowfishing arrowheads. Glue the arrowheads and pin them. One day you will wish you had. Understanding glue usage and what kind of glue to use ensures that your arrows hit their mark without the heads coming off. What Glue Do I Recommend for…
Reel vs. Bottle: What Works Best for Bowfishing?
Perhaps you have thought to get started in bowfishing and wondered if you should fasten on a bottle or a reel. You have a few advantages and disadvantages of each. At the end of the day, you make a judgment call for yourself what works best for you. Let’s sum up the advantages and disadvantages…
Can You Bowfish in City Limits? What You Need to Know
Perhaps you have identified a great bowfishing spot that you would like to bowfish, but it sits within city limits. You may feel yourself wondering if you can bowfish here. Can you bowfish in city limits? Bear Facts and Fish Tales covered this a few years ago. If you have a firearms ordinance enforced in your…
Can You Use Any Reel for Bowfishing?
Going bowfishing, maybe you have wondered if you need to have a special reel for the sport. Like with any sport you have dozens of choices that allow for the maximum level of creativity with what you choose. Can you use any reel for bowfishing? Yes, you can use any reel that you have for…
Is Bowfishing Ethical or Cruel?
Perhaps you have thought to buy a bowfishing bow and get started with the sport, but you worry that it might not be ethical or even cruel. Does this have any basis in reality? We will have a look at the different aspects of bowfishing and whether it should be viewed as ethical or cruel….