bowhunting in the rain

[12thman]

Looks like we may have some rain on opening day here. Any suggestions on hunting in the rain from a tripod? How does the rain affect the bow, arrow, etc. Any special bow clean up tips afterward? I usually just sit in a pop up if it is raining but my opening day hunt does not have that option.

[BOWERIK]

watch out for water in the peep; it will get in there and you will not be able to see through it. every once i awhile blow air through the peep to get the water out. also be prepared when you shoot; when you let that string go water explodes off the string. you will think the bow blew up; it can scare the hell out of you.

[extremehunter]

just put a little wd on your metal parts afterwards to keep the rust down

[innergel]

After you dry off the bow, gently tap it on the floor to get the rest of the water out. There are always a few drops hiding in the nooks and crannies that you miss.

[WIKI]

I enjoy hunting on rainy days. I have had some of my best on hunting rainy days.

[Mike Murphey]

Best advice...get the animal close.....

[Bowtech Lefty]

Use quality rain gear to stay dry and once the rain lets up get ready cause the deer will start moving.

[jbitt4x4]

x2 here

I enjoy hunting on rainy days. I have had some of my best on hunting rainy days.

[RR 314]

I too enjoy hunting on rainy days but know your blood trail may be non-existant or short lived depending on the amt. of rain.

[jrich]

make sure you have plenty of wax on ur bowstring. usually keeps some water off

[12thman]

great tips! hope it stays dry but if it is rainingI will be out there.

[dsb6446]

watch for lightning

[30-30]

Does water on the arrow affect flight?

[weasel]

Use quality rain gear to stay dry and once the rain lets up get ready cause the deer will start moving.

X2

[rem788]

ill be out in it too. No rain gear though, Oh well its still better than being at work.