Quote Originally Posted by southpawshooter View Post
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Instinctive shooting takes alot of practice to develop the correct sight picture at different distances, lighting conditions, etc. By constantly challenging yourself with different shot situations your subconscious learns to make the sight picture adjustments. Beyond that it's muscle memory as in other forms of archery. I practice anywhere from 2hrs. to 10 hrs. per week at backyard targets, stump shooting, and 3D shoots. If you are consistent at 10 yds., increase your distance by 2-3 yds at a time. Shoot no more than 2 or 3 arrows at a position then change. Vary shot angles, shooting position (kneeling, standing, etc.), and lighting conditions and I'll bet you are ready for a 15 to 20 yd shot at a whitetail this season.
Interesting, I never thought of varying my shot angles from the same distance, I'll have to try that. I agree with what many have said, something about archery is very relaxing. I want to get into it more, like building my own arrows and get to hunting but I need my practice.

Costabro, I may be able to sell you mine, since I've been wanting a new Hoyt PM me!!