Texas offers the best of both worlds because it not only has 7,000 lakes across the state, but you can go saltwater bowfishing as well. Keep in mind, you can’t bowfish on every lake, but you have many options here, and the great Lone Star State has a variety of fish species that you can…
Bowfishing Guide: How to Bowfish in Missouri
In the Midwestern state of Missouri, you can bowfish 24 hours a day wherever they allow commercial fishing. This sport has grown in popularity over the years and with good reason. We need it to help clean up our environment from the invasive Asian carp, which have taken over some of the waterways in the…
Bowfishing Guide: How to Bowfish in Ohio
Bowfishing, once it gets in your blood, sticks with you, and you find yourself going back to it again and again. For those bowfishermen living in Ohio or planning a trip to Ohio, I have put together this guide on how to bowfish in the state along with some of the most essential information. First,…
Bowfishing Guide: How to Bowfish in Utah
Many see Utah as an epic outdoor adventure playground, and with its iconic red rock landscapes, many people know Utah as soon as they see it. No other state looks like it. With that in mind, you may wonder about the potential bowfishing spots in Utah and where to go to have the most fun…
How Often Should I Shoot My Bow?
You may wonder how often you need to shoot your bow to improve. What skill level you strive for determines how much you should shoot. Someone who wants to become the best archer will need to practice more than a casual shooter. Technically, you could practice as little or as much as you’d like, but…
Do You Need a Rangefinder for Hunting?
Learning how to judge distance during a hunt is critical for the correct shot placement especially when it comes to archery hunting, but it has its importance in firearm hunting as well for distances over 200 yards. Do you need a rangefinder for hunting? Rangefinders allow you to calculate distance and improve the accuracy of…
Why is Dry Firing a Crossbow Dangerous?
You may have heard about the dangers of dry firing a bow, and you wonder if dry firing a crossbow will pose the same danger. After all, the seemingly robust design may appear to make it less dangerous. For those who don’t know, dry firing a crossbow would happen when you shoot a crossbow without…
Do Heavier Arrows Fly Better?
You could organize arrows into three categories: lightweight, midweight and heavyweight arrows. Heavier arrows are often preferred in hunting for a number of reasons. You may wonder if this arrow flies better than a lightweight or a midweight arrow. Heavier arrows will almost always fly better than lighter arrows. Within reason, the more weight put…
What Game Do You Hunt with a Broadhead?
Before you set out on a hunting trip, you want to use the appropriate arrows because this will make or break your success. Many times, we use broadheads on larger animals because it leads to more ethical kills. Responsible hunting practices make for a better image of hunting overall because it has the potential to…
Why Do Arrows Have 3 Feathers?
Have you ever looked at arrows and wondered why they have three feathers? Three feathers have become the standard sold at most stores, and you may wonder about the purpose behind them. Why do arrows have 3 feathers? The three feathers on the arrow stabilize it aerodynamically and impart a natural spin on the arrow….
