Chapter 7: Advanced Hunting Techniques
Archery Skills

Drawing the Bow

To draw the bow:

Grip the bow handle firmly in your left hand if you are right-handed, but don't squeeze.
Raise your left hand above eye level. Your left arm may be slightly bent or straight out from your body.
Raise the bow as you pull back the string with the three drawing fingers. At the same time, extend your left arm.
Bring the string back to full draw.

If you are right-handed, raise the bow as you pull back the string with the three drawing fingers of your right hand. At the same time, extend your left arm.

Drawing fingers touching "anchor point" on face

Anchoring

Bring the three drawing fingers back to touch the "anchor point" on your face. The anchor point may be the corner of your mouth, your cheekbone, or your chin. Use the same anchor point each time you shoot.

Practice will help you determine your best anchor point—one that's both comfortable and provides the most accurate shooting. Your fingers should touch the same anchor point each time you draw the bow.

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Chapter 7: Advanced Hunting Techniques Archery Skills

Drawing the Bow

Anchoring

Chapter 7: Advanced Hunting Techniques
Archery Skills