Petersen's Bowhunting

Petersen's Bowhunting is the source for the tactics, tools, and techniques necessary for successful bowhunting. Get practical shooting tips and useful information on archery, equipment tests, clothing, and product evaluations.

IT’S TIME TO RETIRE THE PIE PLATES

Petersen’s Bowhunting

THE INCOMPARABLE THRILL OF BEAR HUNTING • June is prime time to pursue big boars!

THE SCIENCE OF THE SHOT (PART 1 OF 3) WHAT MAKES AN ARROW LETHAL? • Understanding shot placement and physiology helps greatly when recovering game.

10 TIPS FOR BETTER SHOOTING • Pay attention to the details to ensure success when it matters most.

PART 2 STRING JUMPING • Take these steps to reduce the chances of missing that deer.

SHOOT FOR SUCCESS • It pays to practice from different positions.

THE SPECS

ELITE ENVISION • Accuracy, comfort and balance combine for a first-rate shooting experience!

PREPPING FOR THE PERFECT SHOT • TAKE STEPS TO ENSURE YOU DON’T MISS YOUR CHANCE WHEN THAT DREAM BUCK PASSES THE STAND.

BALANCE SHOOTING LANES & COVER

HUNTING ARROWS 411 • Modern Arrow Options Are Seemingly Endless. Here’s What You Need To Know.

CUSTOM BUILT-RIGHT OFF THE SHELF!

NEW ARROWS AND MORE

GET A HANDLE ON IT! • FIGHT TARGET PANIC WITH A HINGE RELEASE

TOP HANDHELD RELEASE OPTIONS • There are many quality options for bowhunters looking to make the switch from a wrist-strap, index-finger release to a handheld model. These generally fall into one of three categories: hinge-style releases, resistance-activated releases and thumb-trigger releases.

4 SIMPLE BOW-TUNING TRICKS • BOOST YOUR ACCURACY WITH THESE FAST FIXES

BOWFISHING Road Trip!

Go-to BOWFISHING GEAR

THE GREATEST MEMORIES • THE LIFELONG FRIENDSHIPS YOU MAKE THROUGH BOWHUNTING MEAN MORE THAN ANTLERS ON THE WALL.

THE SPECS

RAVIN R500 • This innovative crossbow offers exceptional accuracy and blistering speed.

SPEED & ENERGY

SIGHT LEVELING MADE SIMPLE • SIGHT LEVELING IS one of the most misunderstood technical topics in archery.

FIRST OF ITS KIND • WHEN IT COMES to nighttime hunting for predators and hogs, the majority of equipment on the market is geared toward firearms hunters, with few products designed specifically with bowhunters in mind.

NEW GEAR

THE STALK • Even when your mind's made up, plans can change.