In What Ways Can You Improve Your Accuracy in Archery?

There are very few things that are certain in this world, but the ultimate goal when shooting a bow is what I consider to be one of them. The certainty lies in the fact that everyone who is shooting is trying to be as accurate as possible. Hitting the bulls eye on the target is something that has crossed every archers mind at least a few times from the moment that they were first learning how to hold the bow in their hands, to the moment that they took their first animal. 

 Whether they were shooting “fingers,” or they had the assistance of one of the many miscellaneous archery accessories, they will all tell you the same thing. Consistency is key. Getting your sequence down before the shot is what matters most. Two of the most important aspects that will help your consistency are getting a bow that is properly fit to your frame, and developing a form that can be instinctively repeatable. Many archers do not know how much better off their accuracy will be if they have a bow that fits them. 

 Shooters tend to think that they have a longer draw length then they actually do, which throws off their shot. Being off on your draw length by even a quarter inch will no doubt cost you the perfect shot. There are two methods that you can use to determine your draw length. The first is a standard, given the proportion of the human body. In this instance, you measure your wingspan from finger tip to finger tip and then divide that number (in inches) by 2.5. This method for finding draw length will get you in the ballpark of where you need to be. If you are looking for a more detailed/accurate version then you should measure the distance from the nock groove on your arrow to the pivot point where you grip your bow and add 1-3/4”. This method to determine your draw length is the ATA standard. It will also help you find out what size arrows you need. 

After you have gotten the sizing down you can practice on your the sequence. This goes from your draw to your anchor, to your pull. There are many different ways to draw your bow that people swear by, but they tend to vary. What matters during your draw sequence is that you do it the same way, every time. As you are drawing the bow, the next thing that you want to do is set your anchor points. If you have a peep sight, that could be one, and the moment that your hand touches your jaw could be another. Again, it has to be the same every time. If you are using an archery accessory such as an archery bow release then make sure the pull is the same every time. If you get these two steps down, I feel that you have mastered most of the hurdle. There is still some fine tuning and a lot of practice involved, but I guarantee you that your accuracy will improve significantly if you practice these tips.

Sharpening Your Hunting Knife

The hunting knife have change immense throughout  the years. So has the methods of getting them from dull to razor sharp again. Once the whetstone  was found to easily sharpen knives it was only up from there for hunting knives. Now, hunters utilize hunting knives on almost every hunt they go on.

Sneak Peak – The Hunger Games 2: Catching Fire

As I am writing this article, I am looking at a countdown clock for the premier of the second movie of the Hunger Games trilogy. I am referring to the new Hunger Games movie, Catching Fire. If you have ever read the books, then this movie will not be a disappointment to you.  Katniss Everdeen returns to the big screen with her trusty recurve bow to once again defend herself in the annual Hunger Games, but there is a slight twist.

Katniss ends up safely back at home in the 12th district. She receives a sudden visit from President Snow. During this visit, and while he is taking a tour of the different districts, President Snow can feel that he might have an impending revolution on his hands if he does not do something quickly. He makes the announcement that because it is the 75th anniversary of the games, there will be a slight twist when selecting the participants. The participants will be selected from a pool of former winners of the games, with one selection being a male and the other being a female.

The opening shot of the Hunger Games 2 is a focus on Katniss Everdeen hunched over by the edge of a lake, with her recurve bow in her hand. She does not know who she can trust and she is clearly haunted by the death she has seen. Katniss is (and was) forced to make some very hard decisions. She is almost certain that the “powers that be” do not want her alive at this point, for some reason.

I do not want to spill too much of the story line so I will leave it at that, but I do believe that this is a step up from the first movie in terms of action and adaptation to the book. It will grab you early and it will not let go. I am excited to see the amount of interest that will come along with this movie for the recurve bow enthusiasts like myself.

Intro to Scope Ring Types: Become Well informed Beforehand

Pertaining to every hunter out there which uses a crossbow, there usually are particular type of scope rings, which usually will suit his/her style. These kinds of scope rings are beneficial for the hunter, he would be equipped to modify in specific conditions. It is because relying on the hunting factors, a certain type of scope ring will be invaluable. To additionally describe; anytime the target is moving, but is not unstable, a suitable aiming tool can benefit the hunter tremendously to get a cleaner shot; one more example would be, anytime the weather is inclement while in a hunt, the hunter might have to face very difficult circumstances to aim accurately, wherein an aiming scope will help the hunter gain better aim; therefore, appropriate aiming rings will substantially help the hunter in distinctive conditions when hunting.

Below are the various Scope Ring Types


Iron Sight

A iron sight, in contrast to optical sights, uses metallic markers to assist hunters in aiming effectively. Iron sights consist of two sights: the first in the rear, and the second in the front; normally, the rear sight is quickly adjustable to suit hunting conditions. It is useful since of its adaptability for specific conditions; not to point out that it will also assist well for close than usual ranges.

Red Dot Sight

Typically the red dot sight gives the hunter with a laser dot to adequately pinpoint a specific target. The accuracy and reliability is impressive, since the red dot is aligned with the crossbow to generate well-aimed shots at the target. It is beneficial in weather factors that are unsuited for hunting, simply because it will give a clear view of your aim even with the disruptions or obscurities that unsuitable weathers may generate.

Laser Sight

The laser sight will certainly produce a laser that will assist as a symbol where the target should hit. It will give you a potential idea about in aiming, you will be capable to guess the likeliest outcome of a shot ahead of time. This is specifically useful in aiming moving targets, since it will help you have a perception of assurance in every aim prior to you even make the shot.

Telescopic Sight

Telescopic sight utilizes a graphical-style aim, in which the graphical guide will function as a reticle. The scope, with its graphic guide, is adequately put on the crossbow to provide utmost aiming; hunters will have a far better overview of the shot.


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