The lure of archery hunting has been an age old tradtion. From the evolution of spear to projectile, a sport was born!

Many people (including myself) have been daunted by the task of choosing their first bow. From draw length to pull pounds, this choice can be pivitol to a successful purchase.

There are many manufacturers and models being introduced yearly boasting a wide array of different accessories, colors, cam numbers and composites but in general, most compound bows come equipped with the same basics.

Study the image to the right to help learn the parts of the compound bow. Click on a compound bow part for glossary definition.

Parts of a Compound Bow

1. Arrow Rest
2. Arrow Shelf
3. Berger Hole
4. Bow Sling
5. Bow String
6. Brace Height
7. Cable(s)
8. Cable Guard
9. Cable Slide
10. Cam(s)
11. D-Loop
12. Fletchings / Vanes
13. Grip
14. Limb(s)
15. Nock
16. Nocking point
17. Peep Sight
18. Quiver
19. Riser
20. Sight
21. Silencing Aids
22. Stabilizer
23. String Vibration Arrester
24. Tiller Measurement

With this basic outline, you can build your understanding and move forward into the purchasing stage.  Remember, before attempting to harvest any animal, practice practice practice!  More times than not, an amateur archery hunter will skip this step and either miss or wound an animal needlessly 🙂

If you are anxious to use your bow immediately, join an archery club…not only will you learn the skills needed, but you may even meet others that are looking forward to hunting and may request your company 🙂

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