Let me start by introducing myself. My name is Sam and I am 19 years old. I found my way to this forum because of my passion for traditional archery. I am not a hunter, but plan on going on my first hunt this deer season. I, thus far have only been a target archer, mostly at S.C.A. events etc. Hunting never appealed to me too much, mostly because of the fact that most of the gun and compound shooters that I know seem to hunt, only to feel more manly(or something). They don't have very much respect for nature, nor do they have much respect for the animals that reside within nature. I came to this site expecting the same kind of people. I was completely wrong. The intuitive and thoughtful posts that so many of you trad gangers write, has completely changed my perspective. Unlike the aforementioned hunters, many, if not all, of you treat nature with such reverence. To you, archery is not only about being able to kill a deer at 30 yds, It is about an art, a passion for the sport. I appreciate all of the thoughts and the information that I have picked up in such a short time here. I am truly honored to be a part of such a fantastic group of people. Thank You.