Tag: Archery

The Basics of Layering

The Basics of Layering – HuntFishTravel

In the midst of trying to decide what we wanted to do for New Year’s Eve weekend, quite a few things were bandied about.  But somehow I kept coming back to the New Year’s Day Hike I came across. (Or maybe with this warm weather I’ll pull the boat back out and go fishing, hahaha!)

Perhaps we’d just stay in, cook some food, count down to the ball drop and then go for a hike the next day.

Hiking in the winter can be difficult.  Obviously, keeping warm, hydrated and safe is the primary concern. 

Wisconsin temps averaging around 22 degrees on New Year’s Day, I thought about what I’d wear to stay warm without getting overheated.

Whether it’s hunting, fishing, hiking, sledding or even yard work; keeping warm and staying comfortable is essential and while the human body has its own heating and cooling system, layering is just a way to help it out a bit. Continue reading “The Basics of Layering”

#HuntFishTravel Ep215 – Hunting the Outback – Australia hunting and a hybrid broadhead with True Blue Broadheads

215 – Hunting the Outback – Australia hunting and a hybrid broadhead with True Blue Broadheads

In this episode, we’re chatting with Max from True Blue Broadheads. I was surprised to find out what species you can hunt while visiting Australia. Continue reading “#HuntFishTravel Ep215 – Hunting the Outback – Australia hunting and a hybrid broadhead with True Blue Broadheads”

Pre-Season Scouting for the 2020 Archery Season

Better late than never, I got some pre-season scouting time in.


It’s been awhile since I’ve published a post here on HuntFishTravel. Life has gotten crazy, yet again. But isn’t that the way of adulting?


With the temperatures in Wisconsin finally dropping below 95, I decided it was time to get out there and find a suitable bow hunting spot. Yes, I know I’m late to the party, but COVID has really put quite the damper on things. Better late than never.

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#HuntFishTravel – ATA 2020 Bonus Episodes

“HuntFishTravel – ATA 2018 Bonus Episodes”

Had a great time at the ATA show this year, here are four interviews I conducted while on the show floor. Stay tuned, we have more info for what’s coming up in 2018. You’re not going to want to miss it!

“HuntFishTravel – ATA 2018 Bonus Episodes”

Had a great time at the ATA show this year, here are four interviews I conducted while on the show floor. Stay tuned, we have more info for what’s coming up in 2018. You’re not going to want to miss it!





Continue reading “#HuntFishTravel – ATA 2020 Bonus Episodes”

#HuntFishTravel 185 – ATA Wrap Up with Rut and River Pursuits, Archery Trade Association Convention

I’m back!!
And I’m starting 2018 off with ATA2018 convention coverage. Will, Ryan and Catfish join me for a solid hour of highs and lows, the crazy weather in Indianapolis, why attendance was down, why some media was denied entry to the show and then we jump into the products we loved, the products we didn’t and some experiences at the show.

“HuntFishTravel – ATA Wrap Up with Rut and River Pursuits, Archery Trade Association Convention”




I’m back!!
And I’m starting 2018 off with ATA2018 convention coverage. Will, Ryan and Catfish join me for a solid hour of highs and lows, the crazy weather in Indianapolis, why attendance was down, why some media was denied entry to the show and then we jump into the products we loved, the products we didn’t and some experiences at the show.
Continue reading “#HuntFishTravel 185 – ATA Wrap Up with Rut and River Pursuits, Archery Trade Association Convention”

#HuntFishTravel 167 – Arizona Mule Deer with Julie McQueen

“#HuntFishTravel 167 – Arizona Mule Deer with Julie McQueen”

In this week’s episode Carrie Z is interviewing Julie McQueen.

Not only did she teach herself how to hunt, but she’s found her “Hunting Spirit State” in Arizona. Listen in as they chat about bowhunting mule deer in Arizona, how women in the industry have each other’s back, working in the outdoor industry and making the transition from network tv to a 100% streaming on demand network.

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#HuntFishTravel 99 – Archery Organizations Explained with Jahna Jurenka

“#HuntFishTravel 99 – Archery Organizations Explained with Jahna Jurenka”

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World Champion archer Jahna Jurenka stops by to help explain the differences between ASA, FITA, IBO, NFAA & USAA, what it takes to shoot in each and things you may want to consider if contemplating shooting professionally.

And then she answers some listener questions regarding travel expenses, practice, her set up and favorite memories.

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Archery After Mastectomy – YOU CAN DO IT!

PREFACE: This isn’t meant to be a how to guide for returning to archery after mastectomy; because the mastectomy experience is intensely individual with individual and unique challenges. This is merely my experience and from that I hope that others can learn, find some help, and most of know that it is possible to return to archery after a mastectomy. Continue reading “Archery After Mastectomy – YOU CAN DO IT!”

Stumping 102 – Building the Perfect Arrow

Now that we have introduced stump shooting and addressed the merits of doing so, I thought it important to briefly discuss crafting the perfect arrow. Hurling a perfectly good arrow at targets sane people wouldn’t normally shoot is a unique practice that requires specialist’s tackle. It can be as simple as grinding the tip off a field point, or as complicated as footing a carbon arrow and using a Judo.

Throughout my years of enjoying the activity, I’ve learned a lot about what works and what doesn’t and would like to offer up the following pointers for anyone interested in this particular style. Continue reading “Stumping 102 – Building the Perfect Arrow”

#HuntFishTravel 070 – Tips for Cutting Shooting Lanes with Wicked Tree Gear

John Mulligan; VP of Sales & Marketing for Wicked Tree Gear joins us this week to talk about where, how much and when to even cut a shooting lane, tree saws and online hunting shows.

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Stump Shooting 101

If I had to choose one archery-related activity to entertain me the rest of my life, it would be stump shooting and I write this without a speck of hesitation. I’ll never forget the first time my Dad and I tried it. We had been shooting at box targets for a month and decided it was time for something new. It felt natural to be in the woods with our bows. In fact, while he was at work, I recall spending an entire Saturday wandering around the woods behind the house and having my bow with me the entire time – just for grins. I didn’t even bring an arrow. The combination of longbow and nature just felt right. Continue reading “Stump Shooting 101”

#HuntFishTravel 067 – Archery Tips to Make You a Better Bowhunter

In this week’s episode I’m joined by World Champion Archer, Jahna Davis-Jurenka, we talk about how she got started in the pro archery world, tips for summer practice, and all about her new woman’s clothing line Bow Chic. Continue reading “#HuntFishTravel 067 – Archery Tips to Make You a Better Bowhunter”

Staying the Course

Sometimes being a traditional bowhunter is truly difficult, especially when the temptation of the modern industry surrounds you. This has been true for me and I’m certain it’s even harder for those of you with compound roots that flirt with the former when your confidence takes a hit. Traditional archery has plenty of obstacles accompanied. Becoming proficient is a constant battle that requires patience and dedication. For this reason, not everyone is willing to stick with it. Continue reading “Staying the Course”

Gear Review: 2014 PSE Dream Season DNA SP

2013 PSE Dream Season DNA was a very popular bow; they manufactured a new riser that was stronger and lighter but still managed to push the super-fast IBO speeds PSE is known for.

But for most of us, a smooth draw is what we really want, and as a woman, I don’t want to have to fight with what in my opinion was an overly aggressive cam. Continue reading “Gear Review: 2014 PSE Dream Season DNA SP”

A Very Special “New Bow Day”

One of the most celebrated acronyms in all of bowhunting is “NBD”. Second only to “BBD” (Big Buck Down) in importance, these three letters will make even the heftiest of archers do cartwheels. Yup, there is no denying it, a “New Bow Day” is an event worthy of celebration. I’ve had several and every, single one of them was special. Continue reading “A Very Special “New Bow Day””

Compound Bow Shot Sequence


When it comes to archery, as in any sport, consistency is the key. We must learn to execute a shot in the exact same manner time and time again. We have to think of ourselves as machines.

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A machine, when programmed and running correctly, will perform a task the exact same way over and over. We need to program ourselves to shoot a bow that way. To do that, we need a well thought out and WRITTEN OUT shot sequence. Continue reading “Compound Bow Shot Sequence”

5 KEYS TO SHOOT A COMPOUND BOW BETTER NOW well…almost

When I emailed Carrie Z my title for this month’s article, I hated it the second I hit send. I knew that, once I started writing, it would turn into 7 KEYS TO SHOOT BETTER NOW, OR 8 KEYS OR 9 KEYS, ETC, ETC, ETC. There are just too many variables to shooting a bow properly to narrow them down to a certain number. But we have to start somewhere and I think these 5 will get us well on our way to better shooting. Continue reading “5 KEYS TO SHOOT A COMPOUND BOW BETTER NOW well…almost”

Gear Review: Carbon Express X-Buster and the X2 Series Easton Aluminum Arrows

Paper Target archers are sometimes stuck between two masters – the NFAA and World Archery.  The NFAA doesn’t have an arrow restriction.  If you can fling it, it’s 27/64″ in diameter, and someone produced it – you can shoot it.  World Archery, on the other hand, has a restriction on maximum arrow diameters – which is 9.3 millimeters (or 23/64″) in diameter. Continue reading “Gear Review: Carbon Express X-Buster and the X2 Series Easton Aluminum Arrows”

Finding the Correct Draw Length for Your Compound Bow

When it comes to shooting your bow to the very best of your ability, it’s critical to find your correct draw length.  So many people walk into an archery shop, spread their “wings” out over a ruler on the wall and have it declared, for example, “YOUR DRAW LENGTH IS 28.5”.  A bow in that draw range is selected off the wall, adjusted to the declared draw length and, more times than not, it appears to fit the person perfectly.  I know this because I’ve done it over and over myself while working in an archery shop during the silly season of July and August.  Continue reading “Finding the Correct Draw Length for Your Compound Bow”

Hunting the Traditional Bow Part One: Watch those Limbs

Imagine you’ve decided to give the whole “trad” thing a spin – maybe not forever, but at least for a little while. You aren’t sure if it’s your thing, but love the way the string feels in your hands and watching the arch of the arrow in flight. You appreciate the simplicity of it all – being gadget free – and find you are bringing the stick to the range more than your brand new iEVISORATOR5000XZ. Continue reading “Hunting the Traditional Bow Part One: Watch those Limbs”

Now’s the Time for a New (Almost New) Bow

If you’ve wanted to upgrade your bow for a while, now is a great time to do it! The new bows are out and last years bows are being sold for up to half their original price.

The bow companies’ business year is basically November to November. Each year from October through the trade shows in January, the new bow lines are being released. If you are looking for the latest, greatest, new car smelling bow, they are there for your fondling. If the price new bows have soared to lately, give you sticker shock, last years models are out there as well. Continue reading “Now’s the Time for a New (Almost New) Bow”

3 Steps to Cure Target Panic

A few weeks ago I stepped out of my house to do a little archery shooting. It was a beautiful fall afternoon. I stepped up to the line and knocked an arrow, pulled back, settled into my anchor and watched as my arrow found its mark. I shot another dozen arrows with similar results. And then it happened. I drew back and found my anchor point. I started to settle my pin on the X and then I did a whole body convolution as I jerked the trigger on my release. I said to my self “What the HELL was that?”. Continue reading “3 Steps to Cure Target Panic”

What’s In Your Bow Case? What if?

What’s In Your Bow Case 001With Archery Season around the corner and many indoor leagues starting soon, it’s easy to get caught up with excitement and anticipation.  My original idea for this blog post was to break down archery equipment to the basics and how to maintain, adjust and repair.  As I started to write, I thought lets go open my bow case and take an inventory of what I carry with me?  Wow is all I can say, I didn’t think I had jammed that much stuff into that single case!  Do I really need all of it?  Heck yes!  What if’s start to run through my mind.  Like what if I am at the club shooting and my sight bar comes loose?  What if my serving comes undone?  What if my peep turns? What if I forget my finger tab?  PANICK sets in.  Relax Jay, you’re a pack rat and you know it, just keep telling yourself you need it all.  Better to have than not to have. Continue reading “What’s In Your Bow Case? What if?”

What Do You REALLY Need To Start Bowhunting

What Do You REALLY Need To Start Bowhunting 001It seems as if it was 100 years ago when I had to ask myself that very important question. What do I really need to start bow hunting? I hope that with writing this article, I do not lose any future sponsorship. I am not out to knock any companies out there, just helping the person new to our game. Well, if you decide to take in some of the fine outdoors programming, on one of the numerous channels dedicated to the outdoors sports, here would be what you would conclude to need. Continue reading “What Do You REALLY Need To Start Bowhunting”