Hunting 6A... First time archery hunter

[BigGameJames]

just got back from deployment and separated from the military. new to archery but know how to shoot a bow. im going to do some scouting prior to the hunt. just looking for some advice about the area and what to do. all info will be greatly appreciated.

[metau]

Appreciate your service brother. Never been after deer specifically in 6A, but as a general rule for all units, I'd start with the areas listed on the G&F website for each unit. I've found that the info is fairly accurate, although sometimes can be a few years out of date. As for general advice, get the best binos you can afford and then put them on a steady tripod. You'll see 500% more deer then before, if not more. Even crappy binos on a tripod will increase the number of deer you see. In August, find water and you'll find deer.

[BigGameJames]

Thanks metau

[metau]

Just curious, why 6A?

[6ANut]

Why not 6a, sorry kinda partial. Pm me and thanks for your service.

[BigGameJames]

metau,

6a because its somewhat just far enough away to make an early morning drive to go up for a day if need be. just looking to get into the sticks and learn how to archery hunt because i am really new to this and heard its very addicting. if you have any other advice on another unit, ill take your advice for it and look into that one.

[HEADACHE]

Thank you for your service and welcome to archery!

 

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[goinhuntn]

No need to explain why you chose 6a!! its a good unit for both deer & elk!! I've seen some nice bucks in that unit. They may not be 200" bruisers,but

there are some respectable deer in there for sure. There are nice bucks in every unit of the state, just some units have more big deer than others.

[BigGameJames]

Goinhuntn,

Thankso for the input, I just want to get some meet in the freezer. Not looking for a trophy deer. Have the rest of my life for thag.

[metau]

My question regarding unit 6A had more to do with you being from CA, assuming the location in your profile is correct.

 

Planning on hunting in August or December(if it's open)?

[BigGameJames]

metau,

Thats supposed to be surrise, az. thats a mistake. Going to to hunt in august.

[mattys281]

Good luck on your first archery season. Dont be picky, just keep things simple and get that first one under your belt. Spikes and forkies taste better anyway. Have fun!