Hello everyone. Just wanted to introduce myself. My name is Tim, I'm 30 years old and live in southwest Virginia. Here'sy story of how I got here.

I have hunted with a compound for close to 15 years. Late last year, I had my eye on a new Matthews. I have a nice compound, but just had my heart set on a new bow. When the wife heard the price tag it really didn't go over too well. Especially since there was no real need for it. Her brother has been shooting recurves for years, and I got interested around thanksgiving. So the wife got me a samick sage T/D 45# for my birthday. I have been shooting almost every day (weather permitting). My main goal is to be able to whitetail hunt with a recurve. I am working on joining the local archery club as I have heard there are some traditional shooters there. My main problem is I don't know anyone who is really experienced. It is hard to find any gear locally. I have spent a lot of time on the Internet reading and watching videos. After browsing y'all's site past midnightast night, I figured I would join. I have already found some great info, and am working on the homemade whiskers this morning.

Anyways just wanted to say hey and hope to learn/share the sport with everyone.

Also I find the respect code a breath of fresh air. Internet forums can be a cruel nasty place.

Tim

Welcome brother!

Welcome and enjoy the journey.  This is a great place to learn, and meet people.  I am sure there are some members from your area, hopefully they will notice this post and chime in.

Welcome Tim, I think you will continue to like it here.  

Welcome!

Welcome.  This is a good resource.  

Don't compare your shooting of a recurve with that of your compound.  This is a new game.  

Do your self a favor.  When deer season rolls around, don't second guess.  You will never kill a deer with a stick if you are carrying a compound.  

If you can only shoot 10 yards accurately by then, only hunt for ten yard shots, but hunt.  Hunt smarter, not farther.  

Learn that it is, indeed a journey with milestones along the way that need to be seen and savored and enjoyed.

Have a great journey.

CHuckC

You might consider coming to the S.T.A.R. shoot near Roanoke in June. It is two days of all trad shooters  having a good time and lots of laughter-especially seeing me shoot. But seriously, good people and great courses: 3d,paper,tough man and usually novelty shoots of some kind. Well worth exploring with semi primitive camping available. Check the Trad Events here for dates. Have fun with your new bow, know it won't stay with one.

Welcome, Tim! I'm just south of you in Asheville. your wife got you a great bow to go trad.

Joining TG is only the beginning of this remarkable journey. As the traditional affliction heats up, you may find yourself ever deeper entrenched within the comforting family of Trad Gang.

Welcome!

Welcome from the great white north

Welcome from Kentucky!

bought a traditional bow ah... hmmm LIFE IS OVER AS YOU KNEW IT. >>>------->>  
Joe from Colorado

Hi there-Hap

Welcome from San Antonio,Texas!

You will learn a lot on here,and get your brother in law to help you out also.

Welcome from Iowa!

Tim           WELCOME from N.C.

Welcome Tim, I'm new here myself. You won't find a friendlier more knowledgeable bunch of folks anywhere. Congrats on your new bow, and don't forget to check out the advertisers at the top of the page, they're a great source for equipment. Looking forward to getting to know you Tim, have fun with your new bow.

Bob

Welcome from Michigan!

hey welcome! what part of sw Va? county?

Thanks for all the replies. I live in Salem which is right outside of Roanoke.