Thread: Hello, and any tips to gain bush confidence?

Originally Posted by cally woo

Hey friends, been reading for a while and thought I'd sign up to be part of the discussion.

I have been shooting a bow for about 10 months now and have been on 3 unsuccessful hunts. Seen a bunch of sign, seen zero animals (probably too loud, or follow the wind like a sail). All good though, no rush, just happy to be outdoors.

I know I might catch some shit for this because there must be endless amounts of bushmen here but I need tips on gaining confidence for heading off track and into deep bush.

I go by myself and am learning by myself which makes me a bit more cautious about not fucking up and getting stuck or hurt or cold.

Any tips? serious answers would be welcome but some good old fashioned hazing is sweet too.

Thanks

Go somewhere you have been previously, tell people where you are going.

Find a good spot with plenty of deer sign, easy to draw and shoot from within your comfortable range, sit and wait for at least 15 mins better still 30-45 mins.

Better still find a local person who may be willing to show you some stuff in return for help, hard work starts when you actually have a deer on the ground.