SOME BOWHUNTING INFO: In contrast to a rifle hunter, who may shoot effectively from ranges in excess of 600 yards (550 m); archers usually restrict shots to 2.3 yards (2.1 m) to 42 yards (38 m). The distance depends upon individual ability, the target animal, the bow strength, arrow and weather. Most bows used for hunting have a draw weight of 50 pounds-force (220 N) or more.

This is enough to hunt all but the very largest game. Arrows with mass more than 900 grains (58 g) penetrate better in large animals so might be the bow hunter's choice when hunting these animals. Arrows, bows and sights are commonly of the more modern varieties. However, all effective variations, including crossbows and wooden bows launching wooden arrows with stone points, are used.