
Shoot Like You Mean It
A true-to-life practice session that will have you ready this fall
By Bob Robb There's a huge difference between shooting an accurate arrow from the target line and shooting one at an animal over broken terrain clustered with brush, trees, and boulders. On the line, you are standing comfortably and can take your time. In the field, you may be up in a tree or down on your knees, with only a second to make the shot. Here's a better way to practice. Field & Stream Online Editors
A true-to-life practice session that will have you ready this fall
By Bob Robb There's a huge difference between shooting an accurate arrow from the target line and shooting one at an animal over broken terrain clustered with brush, trees, and boulders. On the line, you are standing comfortably and can take your time. In the field, you may be up in a tree or down on your knees, with only a second to make the shot. Here's a better way to practice. Field & Stream Online Editors

Develop your form. Maintain a consistent anchor point. Apply steady forward pressure with your bow arm. Field & Stream Online Editors

When shooting from a tree stand, keep your anchor point and head position the same. Maintain your form while bending at the waist. Concentrate on not dropping your bow arm or raising your head. Field & Stream Online Editors

On most stalks you’ll be on your knees, behind cover. Spread your knees for a solid platform, and lean forward slightly for a balanced, athletic stance. If you must shoot from behind brush, lean and cant the bow while maintaining form. Field & Stream Online Editors
