[header] How to bow hunt [title] Start with a compound bow. [step] This type of bow is much easier to use than the traditional longbow and recurve bow, which makes it perfect for a beginner. You'll gain skill with it much faster and, with a little practice, be shooting this bow quite well in a couple of weeks. 
Compound bows are more accurate than traditional bows, and also have better distance and velocity. [substeps] As a beginner, buy a used bow.