NEW TO THE SITE? CHECK IN HERE!!!

[scooter]

This is the spot for the new users to come and say hello. Let us know who you are and what you shoot.

Welcome to all of the new members of bowzone.ca!

Scott

[K9_Seducer]

Hi everyone,

I would just like to say this is an awesome site, I am new to bow hunting and I have been reading articles and forums extensively.
I would like to thank the group of people make this site happen as I have learned much in a very short time.

I hunt and fish regularly, and I find it very pleasing to find people with similar interests.

Please keep it up!

Clint

[scooter]

Hey Clint! Welcome to the bowzone!!

[CowboyAl]

I'm new to the site, I don't shoot anymore but like to talk about hunting.

[scooter]

Hey cowboyal! Welcome to the bowzone!!

[biggdoogg75]

hello everybody i just started shooting bow again and i'm having a problem. i keep dropping my lead hand after every shot does anyone have any ideas how to break it?

[scooter]

Hey biggdoogg75! Welcome to the bowzone! :!: :!:

Post your question in the Tech section and you'll get some quicker answers than posting it in here.

[curteck]

Been on the site for about a month its great .this is my first year bowhunting or hunting period i guess name is Sheldon and am shooting a PSE deerhunter at 65lbs 28 inch draw 98 percent of what i read here i use in the field thanx all.

[scooter]

Been on the site for about a month its great .this is my first year bowhunting or hunting period i guess name is Sheldon and am shooting a PSE deerhunter at 65lbs 28 inch draw 98 percent of what i read here i use in the field thanx all.

Thanks for the kind words on the site curteck. And welcome to The BowZone!

Scott

[James]

new to the site like it alot... this is my first year bow hunting and have been gun hunting for a few years

[scooter]

Welcome to the site James! Hope you enjoy all of the info and the users on The BowZone!

Scott

[sniper]

welcome to the site James

[Spreggy]

Hey Warden, you and yours have done a great job putting this site together. Great resources, cool people.

I'm from south of the border, western NY. I hope you all don't mind too much if a Yankee hangs out.

Best,
John

[scooter]

Hey Warden, you and yours have done a great job putting this site together. Great resources, cool people.

I'm from south of the border, western NY. I hope you all don't mind too much if a Yankee hangs out.

Best,
John

Thanks for the kind words on the site Spreggy.....Welcome to The BowZone!

[hardgainer]

A great site for information...dont get to hunt so much these days but shoot 3DAA/ABA range (Australia) . Currently with PSE Scorpion @ 60# 29" draw.
Keep the good ideas coming.
Best Regards
Tony

[scooter]

A great site for information...dont get to hunt so much these days but shoot 3DAA/ABA range (Australia) . Currently with PSE Scorpion @ 60# 29" draw.
Keep the good ideas coming.
Best Regards
Tony

Thanks hardgainer! We have an excellent 3-D Archery Group here. The BowZone Pro-Staff team is comprised of a number of shooters....including the top 3, 3-D Archery Shooters in Canada. Cody Draper, Shane Olson and Derek Hird.

Welcome to The BowZone!

Scott

[Dwightster]

Hi there from Kamloops b.c Canada....been visiting this site for years now.Keep up the good work !! :smile:

[Travis]

Hi Everyone I'm Travis from Hinton ALberta. I am new here and my dad Sleder told me that this site has good people with good informaton.
I'm just wondering if you guys good give me some helpfull tips when getting ready to shoot a deer from a treestand. I shoot a PSE Infinity XSR. Thanks :smile:

[Toyjedi]

hey everyone hows it going? The toyjedi is back online. Scott your site is looking good.

[sniper]

Dwightsre, Travis, Toyjedi

Welcome to the site guys, please feel free to input at any time as well as ask anything you want.

Good to have you here!!!!

[scooter]

Hi there from Kamloops b.c Canada....been visiting this site for years now.Keep up the good work !! :smile:

Hey Dwightster! Welcome to The BowZone!

[scooter]

Hi Everyone I'm Travis from Hinton ALberta. I am new here and my dad Sleder told me that this site has good people with good informaton.
I'm just wondering if you guys good give me some helpfull tips when getting ready to shoot a deer from a treestand. I shoot a PSE Infinity XSR. Thanks :smile:

Hey Travis! Welcome to The BowZone! Great to see you on here....Tell your dad that I will be shipping the sight here in the next couple of days :D

[scooter]

hey everyone hows it going? The toyjedi is back online. Scott your site is looking good.

Holy crap Kent! You're alive and kickin'! Thanks for the compliments on the site! How have ya been?

[Toyjedi]

hey stotty i have been doing good just got a nice 4runner :smile: and been spending a lot of time time with the little one well shes not so small anymore shes almost as tall as you and shes only 8 so hows the boy and the wife? right now I'm running a stucco crew for trncik construction doing the paper and wire it's not a bad at all getting a little cold but that happens this time of year. looks like we'll going right through the winter Hey i'm still looking for a good crossbow at a even better price :wink: i'm hoping for one with over a 200 pound draw so if you could keep your eyes open it would be great




may the force guide your aim

[macdonda]

Hey, this is a great site - I haven't shot in 6 months (broken hand) but I'm getting back into it - I'm looking forward to asking lots of questions and just seeing what other shooters think - I live in Thunder Bay (Just moved here, going to school)
Thanks

[sunset]

My name is Patti. I am from Ohio. I grew up gun hunting with my Dad. He was a game warden. I just started bow hunting last year. I love it!!!
So, I'm just checking out different bow sites to pick up more info.
:smile:

[scooter]

Hey, this is a great site - I haven't shot in 6 months (broken hand) but I'm getting back into it - I'm looking forward to asking lots of questions and just seeing what other shooters think - I live in Thunder Bay (Just moved here, going to school)
Thanks

Hey macdonda! Welcome to the BowZone!

[scooter]

My name is Patti. I am from Ohio. I grew up gun hunting with my Dad. He was a game warden. I just started bow hunting last year. I love it!!!
So, I'm just checking out different bow sites to pick up more info.
:smile:

Hey sunset! Welcome to the Bowzone!!

[sniper]

Macdonna, Sunset

Welcome to the site,Patti its nice to see some more southerners here.

[seven_stiches]

just gettin back into the bowhunting scene looking to upgrade my bow

[scooter]

just gettin back into the bowhunting scene looking to upgrade my bow

Hey seven_stiches! Welcome to The BowZone! Hope ya find what you're lookin for here!!

[marty4u]

Nice to find somewhere that look a all questions in a professionnal manner.
I was a bow hunter, not any good at it but enjoyed the quiet times before having kids and having to change jobs "trucking". This realy took alot of practice time away that I would of needed. Now 11 years later I'm ready to take the dissision between a bow or a crossbow?

A bad day hunting is better than a good day at work!!

Marty

[scooter]

Nice to find somewhere that look a all questions in a professionnal manner.
I was a bow hunter, not any good at it but enjoyed the quiet times before having kids and having to change jobs "trucking". This realy took alot of practice time away that I would of needed. Now 11 years later I'm ready to take the dissision between a bow or a crossbow?

A bad day hunting is better than a good day at work!!

Marty

Hey Marty. Welcome to the bowzone! Great to hear you've got back into the archery world!

Start your topic "Bow or Crossbow" in the General Chat Area and we'll have some fun debating with ya!

[CoryMonahan]

Hey,
Just saying hello. Looking forward to meeting all of you. :wink:
ttyl,
-Cory

[scooter]

Hey,
Just saying hello. Looking forward to meeting all of you. :wink:
ttyl,
-Cory

Welcome to the Bowzone Cory! Glad to have ya aboard!

Scott

[sylvan]

Hi folks newbe on this site but been shooting bow since 1979 i shoot a PSE now but have used Jennings, and XI in the past. I hope you don't mind a Minnesota guy looking in from time to time.

[scooter]

Hi folks newbe on this site but been shooting bow since 1979 i shoot a PSE now but have used Jennings, and XI in the past. I hope you don't mind a Minnesota guy looking in from time to time.

Hey sylvan! Welcome to The BowZone. We welcome everyone here!

Don't forget to enter the contest!!!!

Scott

[sniper]

We don't worry bout where your from sylvan, around here we all just love archery and bowhunting.

And welcome to the site

[Mikey]

We don't worry bout where your from sylvan, around here we all just love archery and bowhunting.

And welcome to the site

And thats a fact ......

Welcome all New comers to the Bowzone

As was said earlier Bowzone.ca has some of the best resources around including Three Top shooters and one World Champ, each in my exp. have been more than willing to provide advice if you ask ... I know I am shooting 100% better since I asked Sniper, Jackal and ACC3-28 for help.

The Bowzone also caters to the Average joe which is why I feel this is by far and large the best site going .... Bowzone.ca has Recipes for game, hunting and shooting Tips, some truly awesome giveaways thanks to the Bowzone.ca sponsors (I would be here all night if I were to list them off)
I mean didja see Gary Kennas Mount ? Thats gotta be worth close to 1K CDN ...truely awesome

To quote a line from American Express......"Membership does have its privilages" ..... that really holds true here at Bowzone.ca

[Shakes.602]

Just signed up, and am looking forward to being an Active Member and Meeting y'all!!
Let me see, I shoot a PSE Mach 11, Several Pearson 'Curves, and am Interested in ALL Forms of Archery!
Glad to be here!!
:smile: Shakes.602

[scooter]

Just signed up, and am looking forward to being an Active Member and Meeting y'all!!
Let me see, I shoot a PSE Mach 11, Several Pearson 'Curves, and am Interested in ALL Forms of Archery!
Glad to be here!!
:smile: Shakes.602

Hey Shakes.602! Welcome to The BowZone! Glad to have you aboard!!

[obsessed]

Great site! I've been lurking here all season, love the tips and stories, but I must confess....I'm just a bowhunter wanna be!! I've been gun hunting for over 15 years and have always wanted to give bowhunting a try. At least I know some of the rewards and challenges from reading all your posts. I'm starting archery training this winter to be ready for next season. When I moved to Edmonton, I noticed all the archery area opportunities close to where I live, not to mention gorgeous deer.
Jen

[scooter]

Great site! I've been lurking here all season, love the tips and stories, but I must confess....I'm just a bowhunter wanna be!! I've been gun hunting for over 15 years and have always wanted to give bowhunting a try. At least I know some of the rewards and challenges from reading all your posts. I'm starting archery training this winter to be ready for next season. When I moved to Edmonton, I noticed all the archery area opportunities close to where I live, not to mention gorgeous deer.
Jen

Hey obsessed! Welcome to the bowzone! I am sure if you hang out here long enought, we'll convert ya!!

Scott

[fulldraw]

HI guys my name is chris and I live in edmonton AB.Im 26 been shooting bow since my dad bought me one for christmas 14 years ago,but havn't been shooting for a couple years[reasons]not bad!I got back into it this year by buying the new X-teck from hoyt and using carbon arrows with thunder heads[100]shooting 66lb atjust over 28".Really want to go out for elk next year!Also want to get into some 3D shooting this spring.Talk to you guys soon.Chris :smile: :P

[sniper]

Welcome to the site Chris!!

For elk 3D'n and all general BS , you've come to the right place. :smile:

[scooter]

HI guys my name is chris and I live in edmonton AB.Im 26 been shooting bow since my dad bought me one for christmas 14 years ago,but havn't been shooting for a couple years[reasons]not bad!I got back into it this year by buying the new X-teck from hoyt and using carbon arrows with thunder heads[100]shooting 66lb atjust over 28".Really want to go out for elk next year!Also want to get into some 3D shooting this spring.Talk to you guys soon.Chris :smile: :P

Hey Chris...Welcome to The BowZone!

[Muddster]

Hey guys new to the site... I am thiking of getting into bow hunting and my friend Sir_huntsalot said I should check out this site..... well here I am, and I will be looking for all the info I can on bowhunting..... later!!! :lol: :lol:

[sir_huntsalot]

Hey there Mudd, WELCOME TO BOWZONE. Its about time you got over here. Glad to hear you're gonna pick up the bow. I hope you have more time for it this year than I did this past year. You will get all the advice you will need here on bowzone to get you set up and shoooting like Robin Hood by next fall. The moose will have to fall to an arrow next year since either of us will be getting a draw so get ready. Give me a call and we will go down to the one of the archery ranges and try out some bows. I think you will like it over here at bowzone. :thumbsup:

[scooter]

Hey guys new to the site... I am thiking of getting into bow hunting and my friend Sir_huntsalot said I should check out this site..... well here I am, and I will be looking for all the info I can on bowhunting..... later!!! :lol: :lol:

Hey Muddster...Welcome to The BowZone!

Scott

[Ducker]

I found this site about a week ago. I had heard about it from Mrs Sniper about a month ago and finally got around to checking it out. It is a great site. Most of you won't know me by my online alias "Ducker", but some of you would know me by seeing me. I live in Okotoks, AB and have been shooting in Stavely AB. I am currently shooting a Martin rage, and am hoping to aquire a Hoyt Turbotech soon. My wife and I look forward to seeing you all at some of the tournaments.

Ken.

[high-county-guide-service]

hey guys
just wanted to say hello from ontario...looks like a great site to sit a spell
and talk with other dedicated hunters..

www.high-county-guide-service.com

[scooter]

hey guys
just wanted to say hello from ontario...looks like a great site to sit a spell
and talk with other dedicated hunters..

www.high-county-guide-service.com

Hey high-country-guide-service! Welcome to The BowZone!

[scooter]

I found this site about a week ago. I had heard about it from Mrs Sniper about a month ago and finally got around to checking it out. It is a great site. Most of you won't know me by my online alias "Ducker", my name is Ken Waddle. I live in Okotoks, AB and have been shooting in Stavely AB. I am currently shooting a Martin rage, and am hoping to aquire a Hoyt Turbotech soon. Jody and I look forward to seeing you all at some of the tournaments.

Ken Waddle

Hey Ken! Welcome to The BowZone! Great to have you aboard!

And we won't hold it against ya that Mrs. Sniper sent ya over!!

[Kirby]

Howdy. Well, been bowhunting for 11 years, been away from the sport as I was in Taiwan teaching english for two years, but got back, got the bow out and started playing again, found my way here through another site, and glad I did.
My personal set up is
Alpine Teton light
66# firing 2413 XX78
tipped with 85gr Thunderhead 3blades.

Anyways, hope to share, and learn, cheers.

Kirby

[scooter]

Howdy. Well, been bowhunting for 11 years, been away from the sport as I was in Taiwan teaching english for two years, but got back, got the bow out and started playing again, found my way here through another site, and glad I did.
My personal set up is
Alpine Teton light
66# firing 2413 XX78
tipped with 85gr Thunderhead 3blades.

Anyways, hope to share, and learn, cheers.

Kirby

Hey Kirby! Welcome to The BowZone!!

[tikitorte]

:P Hi, I've been into archery for about 4 years--first it was just my kids who shot, but then I started about a year after the kids started--took us about 2 1/2 years to talk hub into archery--all 3 of them shoot compound and I shoot a recurve made by a local person here on Vancouver Island! I love archery, both 3D and target! I joined the site 'cuz I'm our clubs' secretary this year--hub checks the site regulary and we all enjoy it a lot!

[scooter]

:P Hi, I've been into archery for about 4 years--first it was just my kids who shot, but then I started about a year after the kids started--took us about 2 1/2 years to talk hub into archery--all 3 of them shoot compound and I shoot a recurve made by a local person here on Vancouver Island! I love archery, both 3D and target! I joined the site 'cuz I'm our clubs' secretary this year--hub checks the site regulary and we all enjoy it a lot!

Hey Tikitorte! Welcome to The BowZone! We know you'll love it here!

[camel]

Hello everyone.Just came accross this site today and it looks like a great site.I have been bow hunting for about 12 years or so and live in Nova Scotia.I shoot a PSE Firestorm Lite.Just got it last Sept and never got a thing with it.Had a PSE Fire Flight express before that.It's great to find another Canadian hunting site.Nothing better than hunting in Canada,Eh!Later guys. :lol:

[scooter]

Hello everyone.Just came accross this site today and it looks like a great site.I have been bow hunting for about 12 years or so and live in Nova Scotia.I shoot a PSE Firestorm Lite.Just got it last Sept and never got a thing with it.Had a PSE Fire Flight express before that.It's great to find another Canadian hunting site.Nothing better than hunting in Canada,Eh!Later guys. :lol:

Hey ya Camel...Welcome to The BowZone!!

[eastwind]

Hi all: new to this site + I am impressed. Great site, great guy's. Can't bow hunt no more due to elbow injury, but I can sure relate to a lot of info on this site.

[WOOKIE]

Hi all: new to this site + I am impressed. Great site, great guy's. Can't bow hunt no more due to elbow injury, but I can sure relate to a lot of info on this site.

Welcome to the Bowzone Eastwind. To bad you cannot shoot anymore. I hope we can help you keep the fire burning!

[scooter]

Hi all: new to this site + I am impressed. Great site, great guy's. Can't bow hunt no more due to elbow injury, but I can sure relate to a lot of info on this site.

Hey eastwind! Welcome to The BowZone! As a fellow bow hunter, you're always welcome here!! :smile:

[Truk]

Hello everyone,it looks like this is a great site.I look forward to exchanging information with everyone and probably learning a lot.Hopefully I will be able to contribute from time to time.

Truk :smile:

[scooter]

Hello everyone,it looks like this is a great site.I look forward to exchanging information with everyone and probably learning a lot.Hopefully I will be able to contribute from time to time.

Truk :smile:

Hey Truk....Welcome to The BowZone! Where are ya from??

[toxic111]

OK.. since I made a post the otherday I thought I should say something in here.

I live in the Lloydminster region and I am the secretary for the LA&A club. I am active in 3D archery, and bowhunt as well (still waiting for my first big game with the bow)

I am also an instructor for IBEF and hope to pass on bowhunting to my kids (when I have kids)

Anyhow.. thats all I can think of at the moment.. I may just add more later!

(p.s. I shoot a Forge PF36 bow)

[scooter]

OK.. since I made a post the otherday I thought I should say something in here.

I live in the Lloydminster region and I am the secretary for the LA&A club. I am active in 3D archery, and bowhunt as well (still waiting for my first big game with the bow)

I am also an instructor for IBEF and hope to pass on bowhunting to my kids (when I have kids)

Anyhow.. thats all I can think of at the moment.. I may just add more later!

(p.s. I shoot a Forge PF36 bow)

Hey Toxic111.....Welcome to The BowZone!!

Great to have ya aboard.

Scott

[Truk]

hello warden, I am from Shiawassee County in the central part of the lower peninsula of Michigan,I think this is a really great site!

[awesome]

hey u all! uff da by golly it's great to be alive in the north country. anyone want some ice cream or ice tea? It's all on me eh. oh i forgot.... yes i really is :haha: ! looks like an "awesome site"

[scooter]

hey u all! uff da by golly it's great to be alive in the north country. anyone want some ice cream or ice tea? It's all on me eh. oh i forgot.... yes i really is :haha: ! looks like an "awesome site"

LOL! That's a heck of a first post! Welcome to The BowZone awesome!

[juern97]

Hello Every One,

Just started shooting a bow in Oct.
PSE Fiztgerald Nova
65#
Easton 27 1/2"
plain arrow rest
Cobra Sights three pin


Doing alot of reading and reading and asking questions Grandpawrichard
brought me to the site and have learned alot thanks for all the suport

Ernie

[scooter]

Hello Every One,

Just started shooting a bow in Oct.
PSE Fiztgerald Nova
65#
Easton 27 1/2"
plain arrow rest
Cobra Sights three pin


Doing alot of reading and reading and asking questions Grandpawrichard
brought me to the site and have learned alot thanks for all the suport

Ernie

Hey Ernie, Welcome to The BowZone! Glad we could help!

Scott

[TMaC]

Hey everybody!
Found the site {great by the way} through a link at canadiangunnutz. I've been shooting a bow since... well yesterday. I have not wrecked any walls yet, so far so good. This place is loaded with info, glad I stopped by!

[Truk]

Welcome to Canada's biggest and best site! :cheers:

[oddg241]

I have been bow hunting for a few years but am definitely a beginner. Found this site through Grandpawrichard on ArcheryNetwork. I have a Bear Shadow with Sims leeches, Sims limb silencers, Tru-Glow 3 pin sight. peep, kisser button, and a D loop. 28"/60#. I hope to move up to a solo cam in the future.

[Truk]

A big welcome to this great site!

[scooter]

Hey everybody!
Found the site {great by the way} through a link at canadiangunnutz. I've been shooting a bow since... well yesterday. I have not wrecked any walls yet, so far so good. This place is loaded with info, glad I stopped by!

Hey TMaC! Welcome to The BowZone! There's tons of knowledge here....Hope we can help out!

[scooter]

I have been bow hunting for a few years but am definitely a beginner. Found this site through Grandpawrichard on ArcheryNetwork. I have a Bear Shadow with Sims leeches, Sims limb silencers, Tru-Glow 3 pin sight. peep, kisser button, and a D loop. 28"/60#. I hope to move up to a solo cam in the future.

Hey oddg241! Welcome to The BowZone! Hope ya enjoy your time here!

[Scar]

Hi all i just signed up last night. I just took up archery about a year ago with an old recurve, worked my way through a pse coyote up to a martin hatfield takedown which i use hunting (you wouldn't believe how much room you need in a blind to swing that thing hunting geese). Traded off the coyote on a darton which i set up with a drop away, a surlok and all the gizmo's using a nasty boy release. I'm using it for target shooting and particularily 3D, was to the Lloyd shoot and had a blast.

[scooter]

Hi all i just signed up last night. I just took up archery about a year ago with an old recurve, worked my way through a pse coyote up to a martin hatfield takedown which i use hunting (you wouldn't believe how much room you need in a blind to swing that thing hunting geese). Traded off the coyote on a darton which i set up with a drop away, a surlok and all the gizmo's using a nasty boy release. I'm using it for target shooting and particularily 3D, was to the Lloyd shoot and had a blast.

Hey Scar! Welcome to the BowZone.ca! Glad to have ya!

[Thunder]

Just got here out of the cold/snow here in N.S.

nice site,trying to get used to the site :oops:

I thought all bow hunters were from N.S. hehehe :wink:

have fun stay warm.

[WOOKIE]

Welcome aboard Thunder

[PineCreek]

Hey all, I shoot a Martin Panther Magnum setup. No deer the first 3 years, but thats all gonna change fall 2005. Syd

[WOOKIE]

Hey all, I shoot a Martin Panther Magnum setup. No deer the first 3 years, but thats all gonna change fall 2005. Syd

Welcome to the Bowzone Pinecreek. Go get em. The first one is one you will never forget!

[Taxman]

Hey there!

Taxman here from Hot Spot Hunting, Huntontario and The Ontario Hunting Lodge.

I live in Ayr, Ontario where deer are plentiful. However, you can only use archery (Oct 1 to Dec 31) and shotgun for one week only in November. Seeing how I had neither, I really needed to make an investment to get going down here.

Picking up a used PSE Elite on February 11th with almost all the bells and whistles I need.

Picked the bow because of the longer hunting season. Have two boys (5 and 7) and now I'll be able to take them out hunting on weekends.

Rifle hunted for the past four years and will continue that as well. Three deer taken so far with the rifle (two bucks and a doe).

To say I'm an hunting addict is an understatement however, I'm also a very busy family man and it's hard to find time to get out there!

Talk to you all later,

Mike

[scooter]

Hey there!

Taxman here from Hot Spot Hunting, Huntontario and The Ontario Hunting Lodge.

I live in Ayr, Ontario where deer are plentiful. However, you can only use archery (Oct 1 to Dec 31) and shotgun for one week only in November. Seeing how I had neither, I really needed to make an investment to get going down here.

Picking up a used PSE Elite on February 11th with almost all the bells and whistles I need.

Picked the bow because of the longer hunting season. Have two boys (5 and 7) and now I'll be able to take them out hunting on weekends.

Rifle hunted for the past four years and will continue that as well. Three deer taken so far with the rifle (two bucks and a doe).

To say I'm an hunting addict is an understatement however, I'm also a very busy family man and it's hard to find time to get out there!

Talk to you all later,

Mike

Hey Taxman! Welcome to The BowZone! Glad to have a over here!!

Scott

[Reflex-bow]

I feel like an AA commercial. "Hi I'm Tom Byers and I'm a Bowhunter", :smile: All I have to say is...Finally a Canadian Site!!!! What do I shoot???
I have three bows at the moment. Just setting my New Reflex Timberwolf up. Will have Trophy Taker shakey rest, Bohning lynx 6 quiver, Trophy Ridge Matrix sight, 4060 XTreme carbons. I haven't decided on a stabilizer yet but probably a Doinker. The other two are both Reflex as well, an Xtreme and a Caribou II. Will probably sell these others as Jess thinks three set-ups are two to many, lol. Extreme has Shockbloker 1000 stabilizer, TruGlo Brite sight, Golden Key Premier rest, and Reflex Quiver with Xtreme 4060 Carbons. The Caribou has Chuck Adams super slam quiver loaded with XX78 Superslams, 2 Superslam stabilizers, Archers Choice Grizzly Sight, and a Springy rest, shot with tab. The other bows are shot with Scott Mongoose releases.
My interests are Waterfowling, Bowhunting, Trapping, Fishing, God and Family, not necessarily in that priority.
Hope to be on here a lot more now that I found you!

[scooter]

I feel like an AA commercial. "Hi I'm Tom Byers and I'm a Bowhunter", :smile: All I have to say is...Finally a Canadian Site!!!! What do I shoot???
I have three bows at the moment. Just setting my New Reflex Timberwolf up. Will have Trophy Taker shakey rest, Bohning lynx 6 quiver, Trophy Ridge Matrix sight, 4060 XTreme carbons. I haven't decided on a stabilizer yet but probably a Doinker. The other two are both Reflex as well, an Xtreme and a Caribou II. Will probably sell these others as Jess thinks three set-ups are two to many, lol. Extreme has Shockbloker 1000 stabilizer, TruGlo Brite sight, Golden Key Premier rest, and Reflex Quiver with Xtreme 4060 Carbons. The Caribou has Chuck Adams super slam quiver loaded with XX78 Superslams, 2 Superslam stabilizers, Archers Choice Grizzly Sight, and a Springy rest, shot with tab. The other bows are shot with Scott Mongoose releases.
My interests are Waterfowling, Bowhunting, Trapping, Fishing, God and Family, not necessarily in that priority.
Hope to be on here a lot more now that I found you!

Welcome to The BowZone reflex-bow! Hope ya enjoy your time here!!

Scott

[jeronimo]

hello everyone! my name is stuart edwards and i shoot a pro-line point blank 70#@29" with carbon rebel 60-75's. i had been away from archery for 12 years but stated over the holidays when i got my kids each a bow for x-mas. my son 12 got a browning micro midas 3 30#@27" ,my daughter 11 got a jennings rackmaster lite 30#@26". we shoot 3 times a week and they love it. we are going to our first 3-d tournament on sunday.

[scooter]

hello everyone! my name is stuart edwards and i shoot a pro-line point blank 70#@29" with carbon rebel 60-75's. i had been away from archery for 12 years but stated over the holidays when i got my kids each a bow for x-mas. my son 12 got a browning micro midas 3 30#@27" ,my daughter 11 got a jennings rackmaster lite 30#@26". we shoot 3 times a week and they love it. we are going to our first 3-d tournament on sunday.

That's awesome jeronimo! Good luck to you and your kids! Let us know how it goes on the weekend....and Welcome to The BowZone!

Scott

[rahworks]

I shoot ao Golden Eagle Hawk. Small bow for a small guy. Dear, bear and small game. Haven't gone turkey yet, and don't plan to until next year. No time this year. Thanks for the great welcome

[scooter]

I shoot ao Golden Eagle Hawk. Small bow for a small guy. Dear, bear and small game. Haven't gone turkey yet, and don't plan to until next year. No time this year. Thanks for the great welcome

Welcome to The BowZone rahworks! Glad to have ya over here!

[rahworks]

I shoot a Golden Eagle Hawk. Small bow for a small guy. Deer, bear and small game. Haven't gone turkey yet, and don't plan to until next year. No time this year. Thanks for the great welcome

Welcome to The BowZone rahworks! Glad to have ya over here!

[spitzer]

Hey everyone total newbie here have never even shot a compound bow hunted and fished for a long time and thought I would like to try bowhunting. Live in vernon BC work at ok spring brewery. ya free beer!! Looking to get a used L/H bow soon maybe part trade for beer?!! Great site look foreward to the next hunting season see ya

[scooter]

Hey everyone total newbie here have never even shot a compound bow hunted and fished for a long time and thought I would like to try bowhunting. Live in vernon BC work at ok spring brewery. ya free beer!! Looking to get a used L/H bow soon maybe part trade for beer?!! Great site look foreward to the next hunting season see ya

Hey spitzer! Welcome to The BowZone! Please send all free beer to me! Care of well.....me!

Glad to have ya here....

[Dillershortbow]

Spitzer that is good but don`t send any to alberta we can drink it rite here. But if you go see tim at the vernon outdoor he has a couple used LH bows. Tell him Merv sent you. :smile: :smile: :smile:

[Ballenxj]

Hi Folks, I'm just here for the Beer, er, I meant to learn a bit about shooting these contraptions. 8) :lol:
Seriously, I've always been interested in archery since I was a kid, and now that I actually have a little spare time, I wouldn't mind learning from you folks here.
I now have three bows, and all three are manufactured be Bear Archery.
One is an older Whitetail that runs 45-65 LBS. The second is a Super Strike XLR that runs 60-70 LBS, and last is a takedown recurve that is 25 LBS, and is fun to shoot at a small range I have in the yard.
-Bruce

[scooter]

Hi Folks, I'm just here for the Beer, er, I meant to learn a bit about shooting these contraptions. 8) :lol:
Seriously, I've always been interested in archery since I was a kid, and now that I actually have a little spare time, I wouldn't mind learning from you folks here.
I now have three bows, and all three are manufactured be Bear Archery.
One is an older Whitetail that runs 45-65 LBS. The second is a Super Strike XLR that runs 60-70 LBS, and last is a takedown recurve that is 25 LBS, and is fun to shoot at a small range I have in the yard.
-Bruce

You know...I missed this post....Welcome to the bowzone ballenxj!

[Ballenxj]

Hi Folks, I'm just here for the Beer.
You know...I missed this post....Welcome to the bowzone ballenxj!
THANKS! :smile: 8) :smile:
-Bruce

[TBow]

My name is Geoff (TBow on all of the hunting sites that I post on). I live in southeastern Ontario on the St. Lawrence River just south of Ottawa (not that that's anything to brag about these days). I've been seriously bowhunting for 33 years, in addition to the 10 years or so that I used to chase groundhogs, squirrels and frogs with my dad's old longbow when I was a kid back in the 60s.

I currently shoot a Mathews, but started out with a browning recurve so many ions ago. There's been quite an array of arrow launchers between then and now. I was a member of the Ontario Bowhunters Association (OBA) when it was still in existence and am currently affiliated with the Ontarion Federation Of Anglers & Hunters through my local Fish & Game Club which I have been a member of since 1957 and was president of for almost 15 years.

I try to make it out to my club's 3D shoots when I can, maybe 3 shoots a year or so, and shoot league in the winter. I'm still a finger shooter (not a lot of us around anymore) so if I ever opt to return to trad, I'm hoping I can make the transition back there fairly easily.

The lure to this site quite frankly was the notice of the Great Canadian Give-a-Way posted over on RealTree.ca. I also had a personal buddy of mine who is associated with the Ontario big game record book, told me about the site, so here I am. I was reluctant at first to sign up for the give-a-way citing the possibility of getting spammed to death, but touch wood, I haven't seen a piece of junk email yet! THANK YOU!

I love writing stories and I try to be entertaining as opposed to trying to herald my personal conquests, which by the way, aren't many. The measurement of my joy in bowhunting is guaged by the quality time I spend afield with friends and family and being able to watch the sunrise over a wooded lot or cultivated field. Bulging freezers of wild game meat are nice, but are not the primary reason I bowhunt, which is a good thing, 'cause a bulging freezer I ain't got!

I've been giving archery instruction lessons to kids at my F&G club for a few years now and just last year I took the Ontario Archers Instructors Course. I took the International Bowhunter's course way back in the 80s (stateside) and took the first instructor's course in Ontario for the same course.

So let's see, except for giving you my Social Insurance Number and the name of my first hunting dog when I was a kid, that's just about it for 'ol TBow!

Great site! I've got it listed on My Favorites.

TBow

[scooter]

My name is Geoff (TBow on all of the hunting sites that I post on). I live in southeastern Ontario on the St. Lawrence River just south of Ottawa (not that that's anything to brag about these days). I've been seriously bowhunting for 33 years, in addition to the 10 years or so that I used to chase groundhogs, squirrels and frogs with my dad's old longbow when I was a kid back in the 60s.

I currently shoot a Mathews, but started out with a browning recurve so many ions ago. There's been quite an array of arrow launchers between then and now. I was a member of the Ontario Bowhunters Association (OBA) when it was still in existence and am currently affiliated with the Ontarion Federation Of Anglers & Hunters through my local Fish & Game Club which I have been a member of since 1957 and was president of for almost 15 years.

I try to make it out to my club's 3D shoots when I can, maybe 3 shoots a year or so, and shoot league in the winter. I'm still a finger shooter (not a lot of us around anymore) so if I ever opt to return to trad, I'm hoping I can make the transition back there fairly easily.

The lure to this site quite frankly was the notice of the Great Canadian Give-a-Way posted over on RealTree.ca. I also had a personal buddy of mine who is associated with the Ontario big game record book, told me about the site, so here I am. I was reluctant at first to sign up for the give-a-way citing the possibility of getting spammed to death, but touch wood, I haven't seen a piece of junk email yet! THANK YOU!

I love writing stories and I try to be entertaining as opposed to trying to herald my personal conquests, which by the way, aren't many. The measurement of my joy in bowhunting is guaged by the quality time I spend afield with friends and family and being able to watch the sunrise over a wooded lot or cultivated field. Bulging freezers of wild game meat are nice, but are not the primary reason I bowhunt, which is a good thing, 'cause a bulging freezer I ain't got!

I've been giving archery instruction lessons to kids at my F&G club for a few years now and just last year I took the Ontario Archers Instructors Course. I took the International Bowhunter's course way back in the 80s (stateside) and took the first instructor's course in Ontario for the same course.

So let's see, except for giving you my Social Insurance Number and the name of my first hunting dog when I was a kid, that's just about it for 'ol TBow!

Great site! I've got it listed on My Favorites.

TBow

Hey Geoff,

Welcome to the BowZone! Great to have ya aboard!

Scott

[monger]

Hello everyone. I've been bowhunting on and off for a while and shoot a PSE thunderbolt LH. I've managed to get a some deer and an antelope. Might try the bow for the turkey season this year. I have learned a lot looking through the forum, it's a great resource.

[scooter]

Hello everyone. I've been bowhunting on and off for a while and shoot a PSE thunderbolt LH. I've managed to get a some deer and an antelope. Might try the bow for the turkey season this year. I have learned a lot looking through the forum, it's a great resource.

Welcome to The BowZone monger!

Glad you've found what you're looking for here!

Scott

[RD]

RD from "Officially Rugged TV." I'm shooting Renegade Archery. SBD and Tominator II. Great bows...

Yours Ruggedly,

RD

[WOOKIE]

RD from "Officially Rugged TV." I'm shooting Renegade Archery. SBD and Tominator II. Great bows...

Yours Ruggedly,

RD

Welcome aboard RD! Good to have ya in The Bowzone!

[scooter]

RD from "Officially Rugged TV." I'm shooting Renegade Archery. SBD and Tominator II. Great bows...

Yours Ruggedly,

RD

Hey RD. Great to have ya on here.

Scott

[tarpon]

Been on medical leave from work. Had a second hip replacement. Watching a lot of Wild TV. Got the bug to try Archery. I figure since the joints where done I can manage some outdoor adventures again. I love the bush, camping and fishing. Ended up purchasing a Marten Saber with Truarc cam, sidewinder radiant sight. Practice is going well. Only able to do 1 hour stretches at the range now but will soon be ready to venture a bit farther. I am interested in Wild Turkey, Whitetail and Boar hunting. I have the summer to study up and practice my targets. From what I have read on your forums there is a lot of knowledge out there. Be ready guys and gals I got a lot of questions.

[JimP]

Hello Everybody!!

I am new to the site and just getting back into archery and bow hunting! I pulled my old Bear Compond Bow out of the rafters and sent it to a shop to get new cables and strings and a much needed tune up. I purchased some new sites and now I am back shotting targets. Anyways I am interested to read what people have to say on archery products and learn about archery and bow hunting again.

P.S. - I am happy that this site has a strong Canadian Content to it. Keep up the good work and hopefully we will see more canadian content in the future. :twisted:

[WOOKIE]

Been on medical leave from work. Had a second hip replacement. Watching a lot of Wild TV. Got the bug to try Archery. I figure since the joints where done I can manage some outdoor adventures again. I love the bush, camping and fishing. Ended up purchasing a Marten Saber with Truarc cam, sidewinder radiant sight. Practice is going well. Only able to do 1 hour stretches at the range now but will soon be ready to venture a bit farther. I am interested in Wild Turkey, Whitetail and Boar hunting. I have the summer to study up and practice my targets. From what I have read on your forums there is a lot of knowledge out there. Be ready guys and gals I got a lot of questions.

Welcome aboard tarpon. Keep practicing.

Who needs joints anyways!

[WOOKIE]

Hello Everybody!!

I am new to the site and just getting back into archery and bow hunting! I pulled my old Bear Compond Bow out of the rafters and sent it to a shop to get new cables and strings and a much needed tune up. I purchased some new sites and now I am back shotting targets. Anyways I am interested to read what people have to say on archery products and learn about archery and bow hunting again.

P.S. - I am happy that this site has a strong Canadian Content to it. Keep up the good work and hopefully we will see more canadian content in the future. :twisted:

Welcome aboard JimP. You will find tons of info here. Glad to have you back shooting!

[scooter]

Been on medical leave from work. Had a second hip replacement. Watching a lot of Wild TV. Got the bug to try Archery. I figure since the joints where done I can manage some outdoor adventures again. I love the bush, camping and fishing. Ended up purchasing a Marten Saber with Truarc cam, sidewinder radiant sight. Practice is going well. Only able to do 1 hour stretches at the range now but will soon be ready to venture a bit farther. I am interested in Wild Turkey, Whitetail and Boar hunting. I have the summer to study up and practice my targets. From what I have read on your forums there is a lot of knowledge out there. Be ready guys and gals I got a lot of questions.

Welcome to The BowZone.ca tarpon!

Scott

[scooter]

Hello Everybody!!

I am new to the site and just getting back into archery and bow hunting! I pulled my old Bear Compond Bow out of the rafters and sent it to a shop to get new cables and strings and a much needed tune up. I purchased some new sites and now I am back shotting targets. Anyways I am interested to read what people have to say on archery products and learn about archery and bow hunting again.

P.S. - I am happy that this site has a strong Canadian Content to it. Keep up the good work and hopefully we will see more canadian content in the future. :twisted:

Welcome to the BowZone.ca JimP!

Scott

[quiksilver]

Hello, I am new to the site and find the information, projects and tips very helpful. Keep up the good work.

I purchased a used bow at a a very low price, being new at the sport it is great for me to get my feet wet. It is Fred brown bear White Tail 2 compound bow. The draw lenght is set at 30" and weight at 65lbs.
I'm shooting easton aluminum arrows.

In the future, I am looking to jump to carbon arrows with slick trick broad heads.

I love the sport, and look forward to spending more money on toys in the future.

All the best
Mark.

[scooter]

Hello, I am new to the site and find the information, projects and tips very helpful. Keep up the good work.

I purchased a used bow at a a very low price, being new at the sport it is great for me to get my feet wet. It is Fred brown bear White Tail 2 compound bow. The draw lenght is set at 30" and weight at 65lbs.
I'm shooting easton aluminum arrows.

In the future, I am looking to jump to carbon arrows with slick trick broad heads.

I love the sport, and look forward to spending more money on toys in the future.

All the best
Mark.

Hi Mark (quiksilver)! Welcome to The BowZone!!

Souds like ya have a great hunting setup there!

Scott

[SJS]

Hello, new to the site and it is awesome. I used to bowhunt about 9 years ago, just started again this year. The equipment sure has changed since then. I am shooting a Diamond Rapture 31" draw/65lbs, and carbon arrows. It seems to be working well.
Shawn

[scooter]

Hello, new to the site and it is awesome. I used to bowhunt about 9 years ago, just started again this year. The equipment sure has changed since then. I am shooting a Diamond Rapture 31" draw/65lbs, and carbon arrows. It seems to be working well.
Shawn

Welcome to the BowZone SJS!

Sounds like a great set-up!

[WOOKIE]

Welcome aboard Shawn!

[sniper]

Good to have ya Shawn,

Where you from????

[scooter]

Good to have ya Shawn,

Where you from????

pssssstttttt...I think he's from Lethbridge :lol: :lol: :twisted: :twisted:

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[sniper]

Hee Hee Hee!!!!

Ya are I not the Observant one lol!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Where do ya shoot in Lethbridge Shawn.???

[SJS]

I have been shooting at the SABA range and lane archery once in a will. Tried to make it to the 3D shoot in the porky's this weekend.(dam work)

[sniper]

I did'nt make it either, work also.

Where do you work in town?

[SJS]

Just moved from Med Hat year and a bit ago. Work for a instrumentation company Entegra. You?

[394-NTELK]

Hello I am paul from winnipeg been bowhunting for 10yrs shoot a browning mirage 1.5 with trophy taker top pin sight,lore stabilizer,wisker biscuit arrow rest easton carbon epic arrows and rocket100gr broadheads new to the sit enjoying it.

[WOOKIE]

Hello I am paul from winnipeg been bowhunting for 10yrs shoot a browning mirage 1.5 with trophy taker top pin sight,lore stabilizer,wisker biscuit arrow rest easton carbon epic arrows and rocket100gr broadheads new to the sit enjoying it.

Welcome to the Bowzone Paul. You will enoy it here.

[sniper]

Welcome 394-ntelk,

Good to have you.

SJS, I work at Charlton and Hill as Metal Fabricator.

[scooter]

Hello I am paul from winnipeg been bowhunting for 10yrs shoot a browning mirage 1.5 with trophy taker top pin sight,lore stabilizer,wisker biscuit arrow rest easton carbon epic arrows and rocket100gr broadheads new to the sit enjoying it.

Welcome to The BowZone 394-NTELK! Hope ya enjoy it here!

Scott

[alwayshunting]

Hi Everyone!

I'm from Sudbury Ontario and have been hunting for 19 yrs. I shoot a Monster Buck by Bear with style 300 carbon arrows and 125 gran Thunderheads. I just start shooting an Excaliber Exocet 200 crossbow and have lots of questions. I'm an active executive member in the Sudbury Game and Fish Protective Assoc. inc. and also active in OFAH issues. This site is very informative and has lots of great topics I will enjoy having somewhere to get support for problems or questions regarding my bowhunting needs

Talk soon:
Mike

[scooter]

Hi Everyone!

I'm from Sudbury Ontario and have been hunting for 19 yrs. I shoot a Monster Buck by Bear with style 300 carbon arrows and 125 gran Thunderheads. I just start shooting an Excaliber Exocet 200 crossbow and have lots of questions. I'm an active executive member in the Sudbury Game and Fish Protective Assoc. inc. and also active in OFAH issues. This site is very informative and has lots of great topics I will enjoy having somewhere to get support for problems or questions regarding my bowhunting needs

Talk soon:
Mike

Hi Mike! Welcome to the bowzone!

Scott

[captron5677]

Hey there I just found this site and it looks great. Lots of valuable information available. I am just getting back into Archery. I used to shoot with the Victoria Bowmen many years ago. My checkmate recurve bow and homemade case with arrows was stolen a few years back, but I just bought a compound bow and I'm looking forward to using it. Hopefully I can find the time. Anyway nice site. Until Later Ron

[scooter]

Hey there I just found this site and it looks great. Lots of valuable information available. I am just getting back into Archery. I used to shoot with the Victoria Bowmen many years ago. My checkmate recurve bow and homemade case with arrows was stolen a few years back, but I just bought a compound bow and I'm looking forward to using it. Hopefully I can find the time. Anyway nice site. Until Later Ron

Welcome to the BowZone captron!

[scooter]

Welcome to the BowZone captron!
All users of BowZone.ca! If you haven't yet introduced yourself in this forum, please let us know who you are!

And welcome to all the new members!

[Brownie]

Hi everyone. This is my first visit, and I just wanted to say high. :thumbsup:

[scooter]

Hi everyone. This is my first visit, and I just wanted to say high. :thumbsup:
Morning Brownie! Welcome to the BowZone.ca!!

[Gaelan]

Hiya all!

Just checkin in and introducing myself. I'm Roy and just getting back into the sport.


12 years ago when I moved to edmonton I put things on hold, now I am excited to get back into things. I look forward to chatting and learning from those who are more experienced than I am.

To everyone who's getting set for the upcoming season, best of luck to all. I hope it's an awesome one :)

Until next time

Best Wishes,

Gaelan

[scooter]

Hiya all!

Just checkin in and introducing myself. I'm Roy and just getting back into the sport.


12 years ago when I moved to edmonton I put things on hold, now I am excited to get back into things. I look forward to chatting and learning from those who are more experienced than I am.

To everyone who's getting set for the upcoming season, best of luck to all. I hope it's an awesome one :)

Until next time

Best Wishes,

Gaelan
Welcome to the BowZone Gaelan! Edmonton and area has some of the best whitetail deer bow hunting in the world...You're in the right place!!

Scott

[canoe]

just wanted to say hi. i am new here. looks like a really good place to be.

[scooter]

just wanted to say hi. i am new here. looks like a really good place to be.
Welcome to the BowZone canoe!

Scott

[Adrian J Hare]

Thought I would come in and check this place out, Hows it going ? ...BT

[Gaelan]

Heya Adrian!

Welcome aboard :) It goes good here in Edmonton :) Hope all is well in your corner too.

[Tanya]

I'm new here. Nice to have a Canadian site to share info and stories. I live on Vancouver Island in BC. Have recently acquired a Hoyt Vipertec and am going through the pains of learning to shoot with a release and sights after many years instinctive with my out Nova. Love the bow and will perservere. I mostly hunt blacktail and bear here on and around our farm, as well as in the logging divisions. Heading to northern BC with hubby in Sept for elk/moose and taking the bow & gun. We dairy farm and on the side I work formatting an e-newsletter for outfitter Jim Shockey.

[Captainkip]

New to the site today. I shoot a Hoyt Supreme ('94). Cobra Sidewinder LX sight and still using aluminum arrows. I will most likely upgrade in a year or two to a new bow and carbon arrows. I have really enjoyed the site and got some great information already. Thanks for all the help now and in the future.

[newfiejim]

like to say hi this is my first time hunting with a bow really like the site lots of info i am shooting a pse deer hunter 65#@29 easton carbon epic arrows

[stonefish]

Greetings Ladies and Gentleman,

New to this site but I’m not new to archery and hunting.
I listen to everything but studies shows that I reply a lot quicker if you call me Julian (or fish).
I’m 32 aiming for 80.
Currently I’m shooting a 2006 BowTech Tribute.

Ohhh yeah…by the way…this is an excellent site

[WOOKIE]

Greetings Ladies and Gentleman,

New to this site but I’m not new to archery and hunting.
I listen to everything but studies shows that I reply a lot quicker if you call me Julian (or fish).
I’m 32 aiming for 80.
Currently I’m shooting a 2006 BowTech Tribute.

Ohhh yeah…by the way…this is an excellent site

Welcome to the Bowzone Julian!

[scooter]

Greetings Ladies and Gentleman,

New to this site but I’m not new to archery and hunting.
I listen to everything but studies shows that I reply a lot quicker if you call me Julian (or fish).
I’m 32 aiming for 80.
Currently I’m shooting a 2006 BowTech Tribute.

Ohhh yeah…by the way…this is an excellent site
Welcome to the BowZone Julian.

Scott

[scouterdon17]

good day just fairly new to the zone and posting i shoot traditional check mate falcon and am very pleased with finding the zone. i'm glad it's here i'm from huntsville ontario and enjoy hunting whitetail deer and small game.

[scooter]

good day just fairly new to the zone and posting i shoot traditional check mate falcon and am very pleased with finding the zone. i'm glad it's here i'm from huntsville ontario and enjoy hunting whitetail deer and small game.
Welcome to the BowZone scouterdon17!

Scott

[BC4Bowhunter]

Hi Everyone

I'm new here too. I'm from Penticton B.C. I have lurked around here and liked what I saw and joined. I shoot 2 Hoyt Razortecs, one for hunting and the other for 3D. Looking forward to chatting with you here. :cheers:

[scooter]

Hi Everyone

I'm new here too. I'm from Penticton B.C. I have lurked around here and liked what I saw and joined. I shoot 2 Hoyt Razortecs, one for hunting and the other for 3D. Looking forward to chatting with you here. :cheers:
Welcome to the bowzone BC4Bowhunter!

Scott

[Redgreen]

Don't bowhunt anymore. Broke my back and am not suppose to be picking up more than 35 pounds. I did a lot of archery before the injury, but now it's just rifle. I sold my bow and everything else that was archery related. Can't walk a long way now, so it's find my spot and sit. I might buy another one in the future, don't know for sure. I do miss it.Any rifle or reloading questions, and I will be more than happy to help. I've got over 40 years of reloading and hunting experience, both archery and rifle handgun behind me. Did a lot of repair work too. I was off work for 3 years after the accident and spent most of the time either fishing or repairing firearms for a store here. They went out of business, and so did I. Now it's work six nights a week and sleep on Saturday, my only night off. Take care all!

[LungBuster]

Hi all,

I guess it's about time I introduce myself eh!

My name is Mike, I'm 44 years old going on 45 in October. I'm happily married, I'm a father and a grandfather. I've been hunting for going on 31 years this coming season, 26 of them years have been from behind the arrow. For as long as I can remember, I've always had and always will have a love for the sport of archery hunting. I haven't hunted with a firearm since since 1996 due to my love for hunting archery equipment.

I first started out with shooting fiberglass bows at targets, stumps, etc when I was maybe 12-13 years old. By the time I turned 16 years of age I started shooting an old 30# recurve bow I had bought from a garage sale. Then started shooting my first bear compound at 17 years old, practiced with it for almost a year before actually going into the woods and hunt with it. From there I hunted with compounds until right up until I had an accident at 27 years old, which left me unable to practice as much as I liked to never mind holding a bow at full-draw for a long period of time.

So from there I got discouraged after a couple of years of no archery hunting, cause I could no longer do what I loved to do best. And that was archery hunting which was not very easy for me to accept. So seeing that in Ontario crossbows are accepted during the regular archery season, my only other option was for me to purchase a crossbow which is what I did. After a few years of hunting with a crossbow my shoulder started to get somewhat better that I could once again start shooting a compound but I didn't trust my shoulder to actually go out and start hunting with it.

Now after the years of shooting/hunting with the crossbow my shoulder is doing much better and I'm back to hunting with a compound bow. However I still keep a crossbow in my arsenal for the late season deer hunt as in the WMU's I hunt in closes on Dec 31 and I find it very awkward to shoot a compound when your dressed like the Micheline man!... That said, I currently shoot a Hoyt Vtec which was very good to me last season and have a Mathews Switchback on order which I'm patiently waiting for it to arrive. And that about sums it up!...

Looking forward to convers with people who have the same passions as I.

[scooter]

Hi all,

I guess it's about time I introduce myself eh!

My name is Mike, I'm 44 years old going on 45 in October. I'm happily married, I'm a father and a grandfather. I've been hunting for going on 31 years this coming season, 26 of them years have been from behind the arrow. For as long as I can remember, I've always had and always will have a love for the sport of archery hunting. I haven't hunted with a firearm since since 1996 due to my love for hunting archery equipment.

I first started out with shooting fiberglass bows at targets, stumps, etc when I was maybe 12-13 years old. By the time I turned 16 years of age I started shooting an old 30# recurve bow I had bought from a garage sale. Then started shooting my first bear compound at 17 years old, practiced with it for almost a year before actually going into the woods and hunt with it. From there I hunted with compounds until right up until I had an accident at 27 years old, which left me unable to practice as much as I liked to never mind holding a bow at full-draw for a long period of time.

So from there I got discouraged after a couple of years of no archery hunting, cause I could no longer do what I loved to do best. And that was archery hunting which was not very easy for me to accept. So seeing that in Ontario crossbows are accepted during the regular archery season, my only other option was for me to purchase a crossbow which is what I did. After a few years of hunting with a crossbow my shoulder started to get somewhat better that I could once again start shooting a compound but I didn't trust my shoulder to actually go out and start hunting with it.

Now after the years of shooting/hunting with the crossbow my shoulder is doing much better and I'm back to hunting with a compound bow. However I still keep a crossbow in my arsenal for the late season deer hunt as in the WMU's I hunt in closes on Dec 31 and I find it very awkward to shoot a compound when your dressed like the Micheline man!... That said, I currently shoot a Hoyt Vtec which was very good to me last season and have a Mathews Switchback on order which I'm patiently waiting for it to arrive. And that about sums it up!...

Looking forward to convers with people who have the same passions as I.
Welcome to the bowzone Lungbuster!

Glad to see you're back on the dark side! :D

Scott

[bullwinkle3006]

Love the site and the many great links. I am an avid moose hunter (northern Ontario) and enjoy fishing as well.

Will be back for more!

Jim

[northernbchunter]

Hey guys... Ifound out about this site at nationals, so i thought i would just say hello, not to much spare time, moose season opens in 5 DAYS,

I will be using my hoyt cybertec, whisker bisket, full metal jacket arrows and 100 grain montecs.


Good luck to all the hunters,

[scooter]

Hey guys... Ifound out about this site at nationals, so i thought i would just say hello, not to much spare time, moose season opens in 5 DAYS,

I will be using my hoyt cybertec, whisker bisket, full metal jacket arrows and 100 grain montecs.


Good luck to all the hunters,
Welcome to BowZone Northern!

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[DARRYL D]

Hi, all...
Say hello to the bad guy.
I bow hunt and rifle hunt ,big game and predators and fish,mostly.
Last season I killed 8 animals. Bull moose(bow),whitetail doe supplimental(bow), 1st Trophy Antelope 70" (bow),whitetail doe supplemental(rifle),mule deer doe(rifle),Bull elk 5x5(rifle),Whitetail buck 5x5 155"(rifle),Mule deer buck 4x3(rifle).
Also about 30 coyotes in the last 10 months.
I like to target shoot and call predators.
Friends and I go to the Sherwood park gun range to practice bow and rifle.
I aslo like taking friends predator hunting and watching them go bug eyed when a coyote is running right towards them.
I will eventually post some of my pictures onto the site for all.
Cheers!!
DARRYL D :cheers:

[scooter]

Hi, all...
Say hello to the bad guy.
I bow hunt and rifle hunt ,big game and predators and fish,mostly.
Last season I killed 8 animals. Bull moose(bow),whitetail doe supplimental(bow), 1st Trophy Antelope 70" (bow),whitetail doe supplemental(rifle),mule deer doe(rifle),Bull elk 5x5(rifle),Whitetail buck 5x5 155"(rifle),Mule deer buck 4x3(rifle).
Also about 30 coyotes in the last 10 months.
I like to target shoot and call predators.
Friends and I go to the Sherwood park gun range to practice bow and rifle.
I aslo like taking friends predator hunting and watching them go bug eyed when a coyote is running right towards them.
I will eventually post some of my pictures onto the site for all.
Cheers!!
DARRYL D :cheers:
Welcome to the BowZone darrylD!

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[Thor]

Hi there.
I've visited the site a few times in the past, but I just decided to register. I live in NW Alberta, roughly half an hour north of Grande Prairie.

I shoot a High Country Safari (It's my first compound bow). It's older, and a heavy beast, but I'm just getting into the sport, and the price was right.

Looking forward to learning what I can from you guys. :D

[Cletus]

Had a peek see at the site and signed up in a hurry. Been hunting rifle style with my pop's and bro since I twas a wee grasshopper, shooting a bow on the side as a hobby (just target). Slowly slipped away from the bow for the past few plus years (not sure why). Now I'm waiting on a 2007 model Bowtech TomKat to get my hunt on, want to get away from the rifle and into the bow as much as I can. I'm liking the interaction and shared information on this site, plus the pics don't hurt my feelings one bit.

Look forward to you ol' fawlkers out dere givin up some advice.
Any testimonials on the TomKat's out there?

[scooter]

Welcome to the bowzone Cletus. Where are you from?

[Cletus]

Hey Scooter,
I'll get my profile updated once I can navigate the site good enough.
I'm living north of Edmonton Alberta right now in sturgeon county, and will be moving shortly to parkland county which is west of Edmonton. I don't know really anyone in the new area I'll be moving, any tips to find hunting spots? I will be picking up some county maps as well as topos for a start.

[scooter]

Hey Scooter,
I'll get my profile updated once I can navigate the site good enough.
I'm living north of Edmonton Alberta right now in sturgeon county, and will be moving shortly to parkland county which is west of Edmonton. I don't know really anyone in the new area I'll be moving, any tips to find hunting spots? I will be picking up some county maps as well as topos for a start.
Whew...that's a tough one Cletus. I too am in Parkland county...hunting permission is tough to come by here...Took me a long time to collect what I have now in the bowzone here.

Where are you moving too in parkland county?

[Cletus]

Whew...that's a tough one Cletus. I too am in Parkland county...hunting permission is tough to come by here...Took me a long time to collect what I have now in the bowzone here.

Where are you moving too in parkland county?
Yeah, I figured it's not going to be easy. I have one good lead so far that I hope will work out.
Just getting ready to set-up out in Spruce.

[scotty]

hi, i just registered and got a pm from scooter, the link didnt work for me, but i found the thread finally.

i used to hunt with a compound, then fell out of a tree and broke a leg, switched to rifle hunting on the ground for the biggest part of 7 years, then this spring i bought a recurve with the idea of learning to shoot it well enough to hunt with it, well i just barely did get good enough and havent even picked up my 7mm this season.:thumbsup:

i'm 45, live in kentucky, have a wife and 3 boys, squirrel hunt , deer hunt , and fish sometimes.

thanks for the welcome scooter!

scotty

[scooter]

hi, i just registered and got a pm from scooter, the link didnt work for me, but i found the thread finally.

i used to hunt with a compound, then fell out of a tree and broke a leg, switched to rifle hunting on the ground for the biggest part of 7 years, then this spring i bought a recurve with the idea of learning to shoot it well enough to hunt with it, well i just barely did get good enough and havent even picked up my 7mm this season.:thumbsup:

i'm 45, live in kentucky, have a wife and 3 boys, squirrel hunt , deer hunt , and fish sometimes.

thanks for the welcome scooter!

scotty
No problem Scotty...Welcome to the bowzone!

[Buck_Up]

Glad to find a Canadian bow site. I'm from Eastern Ontario and just getting into bowhunting, but have hunted (Rifle, Shotgun) for quite a few years. Bow hunting allows a nice long season- more options to get out in the bush.

Thanks for the site and I look fwd to getting to know you folk.

Cya around
Len

[scooter]

Glad to find a Canadian bow site. I'm from Eastern Ontario and just getting into bowhunting, but have hunted (Rifle, Shotgun) for quite a few years. Bow hunting allows a nice long season- more options to get out in the bush.

Thanks for the site and I look fwd to getting to know you folk.

Cya around
Len
Welcome to the BowZone Buck_Up! (Len!)

scott

[nltrapper]

Hi everyone,
Just found this sight thanks to Jude Hooey, looks great. I've been hunting with a bow for over 40 years (started on small game very young) still love it. I've taken just about every species of game available with a bow and the thrill never lets up. Started off with a 26 lb pull recurve , went through a few types of compounds and now am shooting a custom long bow almost excusively. Looking forward to chating with a few of you soon.

[Twoblue]

Well, I'm new here, and in archery. It seems like a nice group of people here, so I think I'll hang around for a bit and ask some questions. I'm actually looking to buy my first bow, but that's a whole different topic. Off I go :)

[scooter]

Hi everyone,
Just found this sight thanks to Jude Hooey, looks great. I've been hunting with a bow for over 40 years (started on small game very young) still love it. I've taken just about every species of game available with a bow and the thrill never lets up. Started off with a 26 lb pull recurve , went through a few types of compounds and now am shooting a custom long bow almost excusively. Looking forward to chating with a few of you soon.
Welcome to the BowZone nltrapper! Glad to have ya here!

[scooter]

Well, I'm new here, and in archery. It seems like a nice group of people here, so I think I'll hang around for a bit and ask some questions. I'm actually looking to buy my first bow, but that's a whole different topic. Off I go :)
Welcome to the BowZone TwoBlue!! I'm sure you'll get all the information that you'll need about the bow you want to buy on BowZone here.

[nicktyre]

Every since I stuck my first deer I have been totaly absolutly hooked on archery. I love reading what everyone thinks about the archery trade. I like to share my knowledge as much as I can.

[scooter]

Every since I stuck my first deer I have been totaly absolutly hooked on archery. I love reading what everyone thinks about the archery trade. I like to share my knowledge as much as I can.
Welcome to the BowZone nicktyre!

[crezzie]

Hey Scooter....I'm really excited to be a memeber of bowzone.ca. It looks like a cool place to share stories, pics, advice, etc. I live near Edmonton AB, and have been hunting since I was 12.....so 15 years now. Most of my hunting in the past was with a rifle, but I took up bowhunting 2 years ago and I just love it. I see a lot more animals and learn more about them and their habits when I am bowhunting.

Look forward to becoming a part of this community

Crezzie

[timba]

welcome crezzie

timba

[scooter]

welcome crezzie!

[kidofdynomite]

Hey...this forum seems to be a valuable resource...I'm new to bow hunting but have been rifle hunting for years. Glad I located this forum to improve my learning curve...

[scooter]

Hey...this forum seems to be a valuable resource...I'm new to bow hunting but have been rifle hunting for years. Glad I located this forum to improve my learning curve...
Welcome to the BowZone!

[CFBFITA]

Hi All,

I'm a frustrated bowhunter in Nova Scotia, just starting to break into target archery in the BHU category. I just switched to a back tension release (which is entertaining for spectators) but I shoot a Mathews MQ32. I have a great time in the 90M FITA shoots and I'm currently making plans to shoot nationals in 'The Peg'. It will be my first time an Manitoba. Can't wait.

[ShootThemAll]

Hello all!!

I've been shooting bows for around 25 years now. Up until two years ago I shot compounds for everything, hunting, 3D, indoor target, etc.

Two years ago I pick up some trad gear to simplify things and to bring some enjoyment back into my shooting. I haven't picked up a compound since. I haven't shunned them I've just grown bored with them and really needed a change. So far I've primarily hunted with the recurve but of late I've been feeling the urge to get back into the target aspects as well.

See ya on the boards

[scooter]

Hi All,

I'm a frustrated bowhunter in Nova Scotia, just starting to break into target archery in the BHU category. I just switched to a back tension release (which is entertaining for spectators) but I shoot a Mathews MQ32. I have a great time in the 90M FITA shoots and I'm currently making plans to shoot nationals in 'The Peg'. It will be my first time an Manitoba. Can't wait.
Welcome to the BowZone CFBFITA!

[scooter]

Hello all!!

I've been shooting bows for around 25 years now. Up until two years ago I shot compounds for everything, hunting, 3D, indoor target, etc.

Two years ago I pick up some trad gear to simplify things and to bring some enjoyment back into my shooting. I haven't picked up a compound since. I haven't shunned them I've just grown bored with them and really needed a change. So far I've primarily hunted with the recurve but of late I've been feeling the urge to get back into the target aspects as well.

See ya on the boards
Welcome to the BowZone ShootThemAll!

[buglemin]

New to the site but have been bow hunting for 24 years, back when there wasn't all of these wonderful tools and technology to shorten the learning curve. Hell I was still shooting fingers up to two years ago. I love to chase elk but have never taken one with the bow. Whitetails get most of my attention just because they are closer to home. Managed to get in 50 days +/- this year, most just after work or a couple of hours in the a.m., Ya Ha Tinda Ranch for a week in Sept with horses, had lots of fun this year.

[hunting simcoe]

Hi love to bow hunt and fish a whole lot. I found this site a few years back with a post called the round bale blind. It was a well bilt blind and i thought there must be outhers on this site who might be able to help me with a few of my set up and shooting problems. Great site but... i frogot to book mark it and than also forgot what site it was. WOOO HOOO found you guys aggain. So a little about my self. Well i hunt or fish almost any time i dont have to work. love bow hunting, hunting at its purest and am very fortunate to have a extreemly understanding wife who also loves the out doors not much for mornings 430 am is a little early i guess. I run a fishing company on lake simcoe in the winter and a pool business in the summer i shoot a hoyt power tec 70 lbs with thunder heads and carbon express :thumbsup:

[BigCnyn]

BigCnyn,
Big Canyon Kennel, I train Search and Rescue k9s, Narcotics , and Hunt Test dogs, Shoot a Black Widow MA2 , and A Fox Longbow.
Thanks For letting me Play...

[WOOKIE]

Hi love to bow hunt and fish a whole lot. I found this site a few years back with a post called the round bale blind. It was a well bilt blind and i thought there must be outhers on this site who might be able to help me with a few of my set up and shooting problems. Great site but... i frogot to book mark it and than also forgot what site it was. WOOO HOOO found you guys aggain. So a little about my self. Well i hunt or fish almost any time i dont have to work. love bow hunting, hunting at its purest and am very fortunate to have a extreemly understanding wife who also loves the out doors not much for mornings 430 am is a little early i guess. I run a fishing company on lake simcoe in the winter and a pool business in the summer i shoot a hoyt power tec 70 lbs with thunder heads and carbon express :thumbsup:


Welcome to the Bowzone!

[WOOKIE]

BigCnyn,
Big Canyon Kennel, I train Search and Rescue k9s, Narcotics , and Hunt Test dogs, Shoot a Black Widow MA2 , and A Fox Longbow.
Thanks For letting me Play...

Welcome to the Bowzone BigCnyn!

[trigger]

Hey there. I'm back. Been gone for months. Wife cleaned me out, and it's been this long to get my puter back and online again. :bang:I was reduced to living in my camper until I ran into a girlfriend from long ago, and shacked up there. Lucky for me. Weather has been 25BELOW Celcius here. Alberta . Campers not winterized. Nice to be back:lol:

[WOOKIE]

Hey there. I'm back. Been gone for months. Wife cleaned me out, and it's been this long to get my puter back and online again. :bang:I was reduced to living in my camper until I ran into a girlfriend from long ago, and shacked up there. Lucky for me. Weather has been 25BELOW Celcius here. Alberta . Campers not winterized. Nice to be back:lol:

Welcome Back!

[scooter]

New to the site but have been bow hunting for 24 years, back when there wasn't all of these wonderful tools and technology to shorten the learning curve. Hell I was still shooting fingers up to two years ago. I love to chase elk but have never taken one with the bow. Whitetails get most of my attention just because they are closer to home. Managed to get in 50 days +/- this year, most just after work or a couple of hours in the a.m., Ya Ha Tinda Ranch for a week in Sept with horses, had lots of fun this year.
Welcome to the bowzone!

[scooter]

Hi love to bow hunt and fish a whole lot. I found this site a few years back with a post called the round bale blind. It was a well bilt blind and i thought there must be outhers on this site who might be able to help me with a few of my set up and shooting problems. Great site but... i frogot to book mark it and than also forgot what site it was. WOOO HOOO found you guys aggain. So a little about my self. Well i hunt or fish almost any time i dont have to work. love bow hunting, hunting at its purest and am very fortunate to have a extreemly understanding wife who also loves the out doors not much for mornings 430 am is a little early i guess. I run a fishing company on lake simcoe in the winter and a pool business in the summer i shoot a hoyt power tec 70 lbs with thunder heads and carbon express :thumbsup:
Welcome to the bowzone hunting simcoe!

[scooter]

BigCnyn,
Big Canyon Kennel, I train Search and Rescue k9s, Narcotics , and Hunt Test dogs, Shoot a Black Widow MA2 , and A Fox Longbow.
Thanks For letting me Play...
Welcome to the BowZone BigCnyn!

[scooter]

Hey there. I'm back. Been gone for months. Wife cleaned me out, and it's been this long to get my puter back and online again. :bang:I was reduced to living in my camper until I ran into a girlfriend from long ago, and shacked up there. Lucky for me. Weather has been 25BELOW Celcius here. Alberta . Campers not winterized. Nice to be back:lol:
Welcome back to the bowzone trigger!

[XCalibre]

Howdy. i've been on AT for about a year now, but recently acarcher and travski pointed me here so i figured "why not". i shoot FITA recurve out of Edmonton.

[Travski]

welcome Phil hows the shooting goin?

Trav

[scooter]

Howdy. i've been on AT for about a year now, but recently acarcher and travski pointed me here so i figured "why not". i shoot FITA recurve out of Edmonton.
Welcome to the BowZone Phil!

[XCalibre]

welcome Phil hows the shooting goin?

Trav

it's been going pretty good. i think i'm starting to find the "niche" in my technique. :eyemouth:

[Huntaholic]

Hello ALL! :) I just found this site while doing a google search and decided to jump in! :D
My username pretty much sums up my life LOL if theres a season on it I hunt it! I live in the southeastern U.S. but Ive hunted all over this country and a couple Canadian provinces. I guess my biggest passion is turkey hunting. Ive done a single season slam 2 springs ago and completed another slam this past spring although it wasnt a "single season slam" this time. ALL of these have been unguided. My only hunting trip that has been really a guided hunt was last month when I went to northern Quebec on a caribou hunt and the only reason I used a guide then was because we had to fly out to the herds and not having a guide wasnt an option. I much prefer to do it on my own! LOL If anyone here has anything they would like to swap for an Eastern turkey hunt Im sure we can work something out!

[scooter]

Hello ALL! :) I just found this site while doing a google search and decided to jump in! :D
My username pretty much sums up my life LOL if theres a season on it I hunt it! I live in the southeastern U.S. but Ive hunted all over this country and a couple Canadian provinces. I guess my biggest passion is turkey hunting. Ive done a single season slam 2 springs ago and completed another slam this past spring although it wasnt a "single season slam" this time. ALL of these have been unguided. My only hunting trip that has been really a guided hunt was last month when I went to northern Quebec on a caribou hunt and the only reason I used a guide then was because we had to fly out to the herds and not having a guide wasnt an option. I much prefer to do it on my own! LOL If anyone here has anything they would like to swap for an Eastern turkey hunt Im sure we can work something out!
Welcome to the BowZone Huntaholic!

[newhunterette]

Hi my name is Alison or Ali, my hubby is a bow hunter and I own a few recurves of my own but have not shot them since I was a young girl - I am hoping to get back into it again as I noticed they need to have the dust blown off them - hopefully my bows arent so out dated that I get laughed off the site

I do enjoy hunting very much with my family and we are avid fisherpeople also - I belong to another forum and saw a post from a fellow member there that intrigued me and the only way I could read it was to register here so HERE I AM and looking forward to reading and learning and maybe once in a while contributing to

thanks bunches
Ali

[scooter]

Hi my name is Alison or Ali, my hubby is a bow hunter and I own a few recurves of my own but have not shot them since I was a young girl - I am hoping to get back into it again as I noticed they need to have the dust blown off them - hopefully my bows arent so out dated that I get laughed off the site

I do enjoy hunting very much with my family and we are avid fisherpeople also - I belong to another forum and saw a post from a fellow member there that intrigued me and the only way I could read it was to register here so HERE I AM and looking forward to reading and learning and maybe once in a while contributing to

thanks bunches
Ali
Welcome to the BowZone Ali!

[P.J.]

I found the site googling bowhunting Edmonton. I'm in Texas, just north of Houston & in the oil & gas industry. My company has an office in Calgary & we are doing work near Ft. Saskatchewan. We also have several folks located in Edmonton. Been to Calgary a couple of times for business. First trip was last year in mid-Nov. It about killed me that was up there with no bow & no plans to hunt, just work:bang: Last trip was this past Tuesday. I've been deer hunting my entire life & have been using strickly archery gear for about 4 years. I'm glad I found this sight now maybe I can get understand what the bowzones of AB are all about. I've already got a pretty good idea. :thumbsup: All I know is I got to get up there sometime & experience an AB deer hunt. I would love to be in the woods thinking the buck of my lifetime could step into my shooting lane at any moment. Looking forward to seeing more pics & learning more about big bucks of the North.

[scooter]

I found the site googling bowhunting Edmonton. I'm in Texas, just north of Houston & in the oil & gas industry. My company has an office in Calgary & we are doing work near Ft. Saskatchewan. We also have several folks located in Edmonton. Been to Calgary a couple of times for business. First trip was last year in mid-Nov. It about killed me that was up there with no bow & no plans to hunt, just work:bang: Last trip was this past Tuesday. I've been deer hunting my entire life & have been using strickly archery gear for about 4 years. I'm glad I found this sight now maybe I can get understand what the bowzones of AB are all about. I've already got a pretty good idea. :thumbsup: All I know is I got to get up there sometime & experience an AB deer hunt. I would love to be in the woods thinking the buck of my lifetime could step into my shooting lane at any moment. Looking forward to seeing more pics & learning more about big bucks of the North.
Welcome to the BowZone PJ!

[stevegabriel]

Hi All,
Found out about this site thru the TradTalk forum and started reading about the 18m challenge. I felt it was time to have a go at some tournaments and this seemed like a friendly place.
About me: started archery August 2006 after a 35 year layoff. I goa cheap fiberglass bow and whatever arrows the shop owner could find that were long enough for me.
It was rough for a while because very few shops want to deal with you if you don't have wheels on your bow. Then I found the TradTalk website, read a lot, practiced a lot and got to the point where I can hit the barn door shooting barebow!:D

Current setup: KAP T-Rex riser, medium Winact Focus limbs, Cartel Xpert rest and a Cartel Super plunger. Arrows:Beman ICS ventures, size 500, 100 grain tips, 4" LW shield feathers.

Anyway, see you guys on the boards and Happy Holidays!

Steve

[scooter]

Hi All,
Found out about this site thru the TradTalk forum and started reading about the 18m challenge. I felt it was time to have a go at some tournaments and this seemed like a friendly place.
About me: started archery August 2006 after a 35 year layoff. I goa cheap fiberglass bow and whatever arrows the shop owner could find that were long enough for me.
It was rough for a while because very few shops want to deal with you if you don't have wheels on your bow. Then I found the TradTalk website, read a lot, practiced a lot and got to the point where I can hit the barn door shooting barebow!:D

Current setup: KAP T-Rex riser, medium Winact Focus limbs, Cartel Xpert rest and a Cartel Super plunger. Arrows:Beman ICS ventures, size 500, 100 grain tips, 4" LW shield feathers.

Anyway, see you guys on the boards and Happy Holidays!

Steve
Welcome to the BowZone Steve.

[Mikey]

Hi my name is Alison or Ali, my hubby is a bow hunter and I own a few recurves of my own but have not shot them since I was a young girl - I am hoping to get back into it again as I noticed they need to have the dust blown off them - hopefully my bows arent so out dated that I get laughed off the site

I do enjoy hunting very much with my family and we are avid fisherpeople also - I belong to another forum and saw a post from a fellow member there that intrigued me and the only way I could read it was to register here so HERE I AM and looking forward to reading and learning and maybe once in a while contributing to

thanks bunches
Ali

;)

Glad to have ya over here Ali

[Xs1t0ry]

Hi, everyone. Just joined. I decided to take up Archery as a hobby (mostly target shooting) but I don't know anyone who does it so I'll be counting on you for some guidance! I shoot a wooden composite recurve hunting bow with about a 45 lbs. draw.

Look forward to talking with you guys!


Eric

[timba]

welcome to bowzone

timba

[scooter]

Hi, everyone. Just joined. I decided to take up Archery as a hobby (mostly target shooting) but I don't know anyone who does it so I'll be counting on you for some guidance! I shoot a wooden composite recurve hunting bow with about a 45 lbs. draw.

Look forward to talking with you guys!


Eric
Welcome to the BowZone Xs1t0ry! Make sure you put your location in your profile ( http://forum.bowzone.ca/profile.php?do=editprofile ) so those that live close to you can help you out...

Enjoy it here!

[dropzone]

Hi, everyone. Just joined. I decided to take up Archery as a hobby (mostly target shooting) but I don't know anyone who does it so I'll be counting on you for some guidance! I shoot a wooden composite recurve hunting bow with about a 45 lbs. draw.

Look forward to talking with you guys!


Eric

Welcome to the.....zone... There is lots of people here that will help you along.

Enjoy.:cheers:

[oldtimer]

New to this site, came over to get into the archery competition.
I am an avid 3D shooter as are 5 other members of my family. My wife, son who some of you may know as WillyQ from HBC, my daughter in law Sammy 99, my granddaughter and my grandson. Numerous provincial titles in the group ( not me ) and Sam is the reigning Canadian champion in 3D.
I also Bow Hunt . I have only been successfull on one deer but really want my spring bear
I shoot compound. A Diamond rapture 31 1/2" draw at 57 # for target and 3D. I turn it down for target.
I shoot a High Country Carbon Force at 64 # for hunting. May be an older bow but it is awesome. Good shooting everyone Mike

[scooter]

New to this site, came over to get into the archery competition.
I am an avid 3D shooter as are 5 other members of my family. My wife, son who some of you may know as WillyQ from HBC, my daughter in law Sammy 99, my granddaughter and my grandson. Numerous provincial titles in the group ( not me ) and Sam is the reigning Canadian champion in 3D.
I also Bow Hunt . I have only been successfull on one deer but really want my spring bear
I shoot compound. A Diamond rapture 31 1/2" draw at 57 # for target and 3D. I turn it down for target.
I shoot a High Country Carbon Force at 64 # for hunting. May be an older bow but it is awesome. Good shooting everyone Mike
Hey Mike...great to have ya here...Welcome to the BowZone! Where's that son of yours been lately?

Scott

[ChadR]

Hi, my name is Chad and I've been a member down in Stavely for going on three years.

Shooting a Bowtech Pro 40 Dually at 60lbs. Have been doing target and 3-D locally in Stavely, thinking about starting hunting if I can gain some more confidence in my shot placement. Just completed a great clinic with Shane Olsen and Cody Draper and shot at our Stavely indoor event this last weekend.

I'm enjoying reading some good information here, and hope to put some names to faces at some shoots.

[scooter]

Hi, my name is Chad and I've been a member down in Stavely for going on three years.

Shooting a Bowtech Pro 40 Dually at 60lbs. Have been doing target and 3-D locally in Stavely, thinking about starting hunting if I can gain some more confidence in my shot placement. Just completed a great clinic with Shane Olsen and Cody Draper and shot at our Stavely indoor event this last weekend.

I'm enjoying reading some good information here, and hope to put some names to faces at some shoots.
Welcome to the BowZone ChadR!

[Xs1t0ry]

Thanks for the warm welcome

[cranker]

Been a member here for a while now but haven't said hello, so hello!
Great site!

[scooter]

Been a member here for a while now but haven't said hello, so hello!
Great site!
welcome to the bowzone cranker!

[Riffer]

Hi my name is Joel and I live in Calgary. I have hunted deer for 2 seasons with rifle and birds for 4, I dont bow hunt or even own a bow, but I'm looking to buy a bow somtime in the couple months, If anyone wants to give me any tips or anykind of help, please feel free to pm me

Thanks

[scooter]

Hi my name is Joel and I live in Calgary. I have hunted deer for 2 seasons with rifle and birds for 4, I dont bow hunt or even own a bow, but I'm looking to buy a bow somtime in the couple months, If anyone wants to give me any tips or anykind of help, please feel free to pm me

Thanks
Welcome to the BowZone Joel. Try the search for the information you're looking for and don't be afraid to post up any questions...the top archers in Canada are on BowZone here and are always willing to help!

[Moosegetter250]

Hi I'm new to this sight and just getting back into bow shooting after about 26 years .Have a new Hoyt Vetrix coming soon (I hope) and getting excited.By for now

[scooter]

Hi I'm new to this sight and just getting back into bow shooting after about 26 years .Have a new Hoyt Vetrix coming soon (I hope) and getting excited.By for now
Great bow Moose! Welcome to the bowzone!

[littlejimmy]

hi my name is james. I'm 9 years old and scooter is my dad!!

[scooter]

hi my name is james. I'm 9 years old and scooter is my dad!!
Welcome my boy!

Guys...make sure you give a hearty welcome to James! He's a heck of a shot with a gun and bow already and I'm sure will out do his old dad when the time comes!!

Scott

[minishooter]

hey, my name is Craig i shoot 3D targets with my compound bow me and my dad are hoping to do some hunting around calgary for some small to medium game around, any suggestions?

[Esquire]

Just logged in. I shoot a variety of traditional longbows and recurves. My go to is a DAS Kinetic Hunter. I look forward to browsing around and discussing hunting and archery...

Mike

[The Hermit]

Hello. My name is Bill and I live in Victoria BC. Hunter for 40 years but just took up archery and bowhunting last year. Managed to kill a bear, and a small white-tailed buck. Currently shooting a PSE Dakota but moving up now having just ordered a Check-Mate TD Hunter 11 at 55lb. :cheers:

[scooter]

Welcome to the BowZone Minishooter, Esquire and The Hermit!!

[Bear36]

Hello I new also, I've been all around this site and I love it, great people great advice.

Greg:cheers:

[edwdixon5@aol.com]

Hello. Ed here. Shooting a longbow the last few years after giving away two compounds to family members. Moved to Ireland from the States last year and still looking to get my bow and other equipment over here. Would like to add a recurve in the next year or two.

Didn't mean for my whole e-mail address to be used as my handle. Can anyone tell me how to change it? Thanks and thanks for the welcome, Scooter.

[bigugly]

Hello new to site. Saying hi from Oshawa, Ontario. I enjoy hunting and fishing but my two passions are moose and deer.

[scooter]

Welcome to the BowZone Bear, Ed and Big!

[leftiesarebetter]

Hello my name is peter, I shoot out of the club Central Alberta Archers Association out of red deer. I have been to some 3d shoots and seen some of the people on here. I am shooting a Matthews SwitchbackXT with 291/2 inch draw with a 65# pull. But since I get harrassed so much at the shop I just bought a bowtech Allegiance still getting it set up so I will be asking questions about gear pretty soon. Hope you guys can help. I love this site and will be joining as a supporting member shortly.

[DarrellDufresne]

Just got hooked up with this site, looks good so far, that is as much as my limited internet skills allow me. Those of you that shot at the Hinton shoots may know me. I have now relocated to Niton Junction and now that life is slowing down a little I hope to attend more archery events. I went to the MOAS in Red Deer and had a blast! It was great to catch up with people that I haven't seen in a few years, and it's great to see so many new faces in the sport.Looking forward to hitting more shoots this summer.


Thanks

Darrell Dufresne
aka "FLINCH"

[WOOKIE]

Hello my name is peter, I shoot out of the club Central Alberta Archers Association out of red deer. I have been to some 3d shoots and seen some of the people on here. I am shooting a Matthews SwitchbackXT with 291/2 inch draw with a 65# pull. But since I get harrassed so much at the shop I just bought a bowtech Allegiance still getting it set up so I will be asking questions about gear pretty soon. Hope you guys can help. I love this site and will be joining as a supporting member shortly.


Welcome to the Bowzone!

[WOOKIE]

Just got hooked up with this site, looks good so far, that is as much as my limited internet skills allow me. Those of you that shot at the Hinton shoots may know me. I have now relocated to Niton Junction and now that life is slowing down a little I hope to attend more archery events. I went to the MOAS in Red Deer and had a blast! It was great to catch up with people that I haven't seen in a few years, and it's great to see so many new faces in the sport.Looking forward to hitting more shoots this summer.


Thanks

Darrell Dufresne
aka "FLINCH"

Good to see you here! Welcome!

[scooter]

Welcome to the bowzone peter!

[scooter]

Welcome to the bowzone Darrell!

[Pierre Couture]

Morning everyone, I'm new to the site, but those who are familiar with Archery Talk have probably heard of Frenchy before, glad to join the site:notworthy

[WOOKIE]

Morning everyone, I'm new to the site, but those who are familiar with Archery Talk have probably heard of Frenchy before, glad to join the site:notworthy

Welcome to the Bowzone Pierre!

[Pierre Couture]

Welcome to the Bowzone Pierre!

Thanks Wookie, pleasure to be here:thumbsup:

[grantmac]

Hello everyone.

I'm Grant and I'm from Victoria. I make and shoot primitive bows, although I do have a Martin Jaguar which I haven't touched in a while.

[sniper]

Welcome to the Bowzone Grant.:bounce::bounce:

[Buck Rogers]

Hey guys Buck here. I shoot a PSE Xforce Dream Season. Man i love this bow. This sites pretty wicked. I enjoy reading stories and this sites full of them. Keep up the good work.

[scooter]

Hey guys Buck here. I shoot a PSE Xforce Dream Season. Man i love this bow. This sites pretty wicked. I enjoy reading stories and this sites full of them. Keep up the good work.
Welcome to the BowZone buck!

[Hommer]

Hello everyone,
I just registered here and have been looking though the forums. A lot of good info around hear. I have been hunting for almost 20 years and now my son is getting into it as well.
I hope to be getting him into the hunter mentor program soon.
I'm sure many of you have already gone through this with your own kids and probably have advice to give. When I get to the point where I need to learn a thing or two I will be calling on ya's. Till then
Cheers
Thanks
Hommer

[*SHADOW*]

Hello everyone,
I am new here,
this site seem to be
the best one in Canada,
so I decide to give a try.

*Shadow*

[scooter]

Hello everyone,
I just registered here and have been looking though the forums. A lot of good info around hear. I have been hunting for almost 20 years and now my son is getting into it as well.
I hope to be getting him into the hunter mentor program soon.
I'm sure many of you have already gone through this with your own kids and probably have advice to give. When I get to the point where I need to learn a thing or two I will be calling on ya's. Till then
Cheers
Thanks
Hommer
Welcome to the BowZone Hommer!!

[scooter]

Hello everyone,
I am new here,
this site seem to be
the best one in Canada,
so I decide to give a try.

*Shadow*
Welcome to the BowZone *SHADOW*!!

[ForestWalker]

I have shot for a bit - gone through some recurves and a couple of compounds - went back to my roots of instinctive with my longbow - just have to draw, anchor and release - and make sure the neighbours cat is inside!

Living in BC - Elkford to be exact - been here a while and intend to stay - the elk hunting is fantastic.

[Praire Dawg]

Evening all

Thanks for the welcome scooter.