BOWHUNTING

“Bowhunting has been practiced by humanking for more than 40.000 years When choosing the bow and arrow as a hunting weapon, the hunter makes a conscious decision to leave behind some of the long range advantages modern technology and hunting equipment offer. As a consequence, the hunter will need to develop skills necessary to approach and hunt (spot and stalk) game at ranges much closer than the animal’s normal reaction or escape distances. Furthermore, the hunter needs to select, maintain and become proficient with the equipment appropriate to the animals hunted. Bowhunters are above all committed, responsible and ethical outdoor enthusiasts. This is often paired by a deeper natural experience. These challenges of the hunt as well as getting more in tune with the environment consistently top the list of reasons why more and more people switch to the bow and arrow for hunting. Bowhunting is a silent, safe, non-disturbing and efficient hunting method. It is a very sustainable and environmentally friendly form of hunting. Nowadays the aspect of a sustainable hunt as well as the consideration of its environmental impact have become significantly important. The modern bowhunter contributes to a broader and prospering form of hunting that attracts not only the hunter looking to rekindle his passion but also a new breed of nature caring individual looking for a deeper and closer natural kind of experience.” Quotes from European Bowhunting Federation which we truly support their mission in every platform in order to promote bowhunting. Having said that we do not consider bowhunting superior to rifle hunting. It’s all about personal choice to hunt.

Bowhunter’s Equipment List: Below are recommendations to help you hunt with ease. Your personal choice and experience may dictate some other items other than our recommendations.

 Cell Phone and satellite phone (Türkiye has good cell phone service providers, but your provider has to update the service to include Türkiye)
 Laptop
 Hard Bow Travel Case:
 Bow
 Arrows (18)
 Broadheads (12)
 Broadhead Sharpener

 Target Points (3)
 Quiver- 5 Arrow Minimum
 Arm Guard
 Portable Bow Press
 Picture of cable assembly
 Extra Bow parts like release, rest, knocking point, string, cable, release loop
 Camo – Patterns are not critical –tans for spot & stalk
 Fleece Jacket – Temps to be near freezing in the early morning
 Fleece Vest
 Medium / Light weight Camo pants (3)
 Long sleeve Shirts (3) avoid light or bright colors such as white. Bring tan, green or black for hunt
 Long sleeve T-shirts (3) Bring darker colors such as brown, green or black.
 Ball hat
 Face masks
 Gloves
 Under-layer:
 Underwear (5)
 Socks (5)
 Prepare for morning temps 30 – 40(f) and afternoon highs around 70-80 (f) – Very comfortable hunting weather. A warm coat for the drive in the morning,
 Day pack
 Binoculars rigged with “Bino-buddy”
 Range Finder and Spotting scope
 Extra Batteries
 Chap Stick
 Sunscreen
 Book
 Bug & Tick spray
 Thermacell
 Baby wipes
 Sweat pants

 Sweat shirt
 T-shirts (2)
 Comfortable Hunting Boots
 Camp slippers
 Tennis shoes
 Small Flashlight
 Personal bag:
 Tooth paste & Tooth brush
 Shampoo
 Fingernail clipper
 Medicine kit with band-aids and mole skin for blisters
 Aspirin
 Diarrhea Medicine
 Tooth ache medicine
 Benadryl – sleeping
 Cold Medicine
 Camera tripod
 Türkiye uses 220 DC
 Video Camera
 Tripod
 Film
 Battery charger
 Still camera
 Extra Camera Battery