A Traditional Bowhunter's Path


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This guide to traditional bowhunting with a longbow or recurve combines the best of both worlds for beginners and veteran bowhunters. How-to chapters share hard-earned wisdom that will help you perfect your skills and get close to your game, while engaging stories tell of the author’s experiences hunting white-tailed deer in the east, chasing big game in the American West, and trekking to South Africa in search of Greater Kudu and other plains game. Throughout, the author highlights archery’s traditional spirit by exploring the history and craft of bowhunting and chronicles the challenges faced by today’s bowhunters in continuing their important role as hunter-conservationists. As a professional wildlife biologist, Ron Rohrbaugh Jr. also provides valuable information on wildlife ecology and behavior that is instructive for all those interested in increasing their success with archery tackle. Specific shooting techniques for hunting situations, ways to set up effective ambush sites for big game, and dealing with the stresses of “buck fever” The latest information on equipment and arrows, including the pros and cons of various bow styles and arrow shaft materials Advice on using the wind, hunting bedding areas, creating effective scent trails, and understanding why and how deer move Discussion of controversial topics, such as baiting and trophy hunting




The Traditional Bowhunter's Handbook


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The Traditional Bowhunter?s Handbook?History, How-To and Practical Information for the Traditional BowhunterFinally, the definitive book for the novice and experienced traditionalist alike that covers all facets of traditional archery and bowhunting. As the Editor/Publisher/Founder of Traditional Bowhunter Magazine, T.J. Conrads is considered one of the leading experts on traditional archery today. Everything from the history of bowhunting in the United States to selecting, tuning and shooting a traditional bow, building arrows and bowstrings, to an in-depth look at bowhunting equipment is covered in this one book. In addition, there are numerous appendices, a glossary, and complete contact information for all traditional archery supplies, bowyers, fletchers and related manufacturers, as well as a complete list of all 50 states? fish and game contact information. There is more useful, practical information in this one book than you will find in over a dozen other books on the same subject. Cross referenced, indexed, footnoted and richly illustrated, this is one book every traditional archer should own. Forward by Glenn St. Charles.




Beginner's Guide to Traditional Archery


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Author Brian J. Sorrells shares his time-tested training program for developing shooting skill and provides guidance on all aspects of traditional archery, from choosing arrow shafts to entering your first tournament.




Hunting the Hard Way


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Thrilling stories about hunting wildcat, buffalo, mountain sheep, wild boar, alligator, deer and small game with a bow and arrow.




Shooting the Stickbow


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"Shooting the Stickbow" is the first comprehensive treatise on shooting modern recurves and longbow! Topics include equipment choices (bow, arrows, strings, shooting gloves and tabs, arm guards, arrow rests and sights), shooting form (proper anchoring, shoulder alignment, back tension, breathing and more), tuning (four methods are described and compared), aiming (five aiming methods are fully explained and contrasted), physical and mental aspects if becoming a proficient archer (functional anatomy for the archer and how it relates to shooting and the mental game of winning are discussed in detail and exercises are provided to enhance both physical and mental performance). "Shooting the Stickbow" answers the questions most often asked by new archers and delves into topics not often considered, but critical to accurate shooting for experienced archers.




Bowhunting Gospel


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NO, IT'S NOT HOLY SCRIPTURE written by one of Christ's disciples, nor religious doctrine from the great biblical hunter: Nimrod. This "gospel" is a collection of enlightening and time-proven deer hunting methods and techniques, including helpful tips and no-nonsense advice. Its author is a veteran bowhunter and outdoor writer/photographer with six-plus decades of deer hunting know-how gained firsthand while hunting whitetails, mule deer, and blacktails in every kind of deer country habitat and topography found in 35 different states. SIMPLY STATED, Bowhunting Gospel contains multiple truths and helpful suggestions that can benefit any deer hunter, regardless of the weapon of choice. Sprinkled throughout each chapter, appropriate anecdotes, and photos, give readers words and images supporting the author's message. Fans of Bowhunter Magazine and its longtime editor: M. R. James will immediately recognize the trademark writing style of the award-winning pro journalist, whose first nationally published short stories and deer hunting articles date back to the mid-1960s. BESIDES A CANDID LOOK at 21st Century archery hunting tackle and accessories, treestands and blinds, stalking and still-hunting, safety, shot placement, and blood trails, there's also helpful advice for women and youth hunters, beating target panic, effective camouflage, and scent control solutions. Bowhunting Gospel poses important questions in need of answers: *Are you physically and mentally ready to hunt deer? *What became of hunting the hard way? *Is ground-level hunting a lost art? and *So, you want to shoot a big buck? and much, much more!







Traditional Bowyers of America


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2 I/S. Profiles 30 top professional bowyers together with information on bowmaking skills and techniques.




Bows on the Little Delta


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The Way of Archery


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The Way of Archery provides a detailed introduction to practicing archery in the traditional Chinese military style. It explains the basics of how to shoot using the Asian thumb ring: proper posture, training regimen, equipment, and avoiding pitfalls in shooting. The thorough translation and commentary (with original and new illustrations) provide a fresh and practical perspective on Gao Ying's 1637 archery treatise (which, itself, influenced generations of archers in East Asia). The authors themselves are active practitioners of Chinese archery, having spent an endless amount of time and effort vetting their understanding of this old manual and putting its ideas into practice. Through this process, the authors have been able to make this archery text accessible to modern readers. Not only will the reader come to understand the technical side of the Way of Archery, but will connect with the philosophy and spirit of the ancient Chinese warriors.