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Title: New guy from TN
Post by: Archer1977 on October 30, 2014, 01:26:00 AM
Hello everyone! I'm somewhat new to traditional archery. I have been shooting compounds for a few years, but I have always had an interest in traditional bows, equipment, and skills. I like the simplicity of it all. Last year I got a very nice Dwyer Original Longbow, and I love it more every time I shoot it.

This year I had my season cut very short with another deployment, missed last season completely as well, but I did practice a good deal with my compound and here and there with my longbow. I had the chance to go hunting twice and came to the simple realization that less is more. Carrying all the unnecessary gadgets, what-ifs and heavy compound bow seemed to take away from the experience of hunting.

I enjoy shooting my longbow much more than the compound even though I am not as accurate with the longbow. So, upon my return from Africa I fully intend to immerse myself into traditional archery and sell the compound. Thus leading me here, a great site I come upon every time I research anything traditional. I am certain from my lurking on here that everyone will gladly help me along on my journey to happier hunting.
Title: Re: New guy from TN
Post by: SAM E. STEPHENS on October 30, 2014, 01:41:00 AM
Jump in , get back safe and enjoy the ride....

,,,,Sam,,,,
Title: Re: New guy from TN
Post by: Tom on October 30, 2014, 06:16:00 AM
Welcome and thanks for your service. Enjoy the ride when you get back and have fun with your lb.
Title: Re: New guy from TN
Post by: Tony Sanders on October 30, 2014, 07:12:00 AM
Welcome Archer 1977. I bid you God speed in getting back to us safely, and thank you for your service to our country. Good luck in your traditional journey.

 Tony
Title: Re: New guy from TN
Post by: Chad Orde on October 30, 2014, 07:36:00 AM
It's fun and stays fun, what could be better.
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Post by: Slickhead on October 30, 2014, 07:57:00 AM
welcome
be safe and remember there are ones back home that Thank You!
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Post by: KentuckyTJ on October 30, 2014, 08:00:00 AM
Welcome from Kentucky!

Thank you for your service Sir!!!
Title: Re: New guy from TN
Post by: katman on October 30, 2014, 08:04:00 AM
Welcome    :campfire:    :archer2:
Title: Re: New guy from TN
Post by: LBR on October 30, 2014, 09:11:00 AM
What part of TN?  There are three great clubs (that I know of--probably more) that are all-traditional.

In West TN, you have Lost Tribe Traditional Archers.  In Middle TN, there's Twin Oaks Bowhunters.  In East TN, you have Ye Olde Fartes.  All three put on some great tournaments--tons of fun.

Good luck!

Chad
Title: Re: New guy from TN
Post by: reddogge on October 30, 2014, 09:50:00 AM
Join a club, work for the club, join your state organization, find some guys who like to shoot 3-D, shoot 3-D thoughout the year.
Title: Re: New guy from TN
Post by: JamesV on October 30, 2014, 09:54:00 AM
Welcome from the Mississippi Delta

James
Title: Re: New guy from TN
Post by: Sirius Black on October 30, 2014, 09:55:00 AM
:wavey:
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Post by: T-Bowhunter on October 30, 2014, 12:36:00 PM
Welcome!
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Post by: ejhorstick on October 30, 2014, 01:10:00 PM
Welcome. Always great to have a convert to traditional equipment. Dwyers make a great bow for a great price to, excellent choice.
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Post by: LB_hntr on October 30, 2014, 02:31:00 PM
Welcome to the gang. Good people here.
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Post by: Ga.boy on October 30, 2014, 03:09:00 PM
Welcome aboard Jason   :campfire:  Praying for a safe deployment and speedy return. Thank you for your service.
Title: Re: New guy from TN
Post by: Archer1977 on October 30, 2014, 08:56:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by LBR:
What part of TN?  There are three great clubs (that I know of--probably more) that are all-traditional.

In West TN, you have Lost Tribe Traditional Archers.  In Middle TN, there's Twin Oaks Bowhunters.  In East TN, you have Ye Olde Fartes.  All three put on some great tournaments--tons of fun.

Good luck!

Chad
Im in Clarksville. I think I have come across the Twin oaks club online somewhere. I will have to look them up when I get back.
Title: Re: New guy from TN
Post by: Archer1977 on October 30, 2014, 09:00:00 PM
Thanks for all the replies and well wishes everyone.
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Post by: Sam McMichael on October 30, 2014, 09:09:00 PM
Welcome from Georgia.
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Post by: Stump73 on October 30, 2014, 11:06:00 PM
Welcome! Youll love Twin Oaks.
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Post by: joe ashton on October 30, 2014, 11:40:00 PM
:campfire:
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Post by: sheepdogreno on October 31, 2014, 02:44:00 PM
Welcome and thank you!
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Post by: Friend on October 31, 2014, 09:21:00 PM
Welcome!
Title: Re: New guy from TN
Post by: LBR on November 01, 2014, 02:00:00 AM
Twin Oaks is in your back yard--great bunch of guys, including Col. Jimmy Blackmon.