Becoming A Bow Hunter

In this episode of Become A Bowhunter, we sit down with Jim McWilliam. We discuss his transition from hunting with dogs to bowhunting in the rugged Northern Territory. Jim shares insights into hunting the massive boars of Darwin and its surroundings, the challenges of bows and living rurally, hunting in the heat, and much more. With a down-to-earth and humble perspective and a passion for continuous learning, Jim gives us a raw and unfiltered look at what it takes to become a better hunter. Topics Covered: From Dogging to Bowhunting: The mindset shift and what drew Jim to archery.Pigs in the NT: Characteristics and habits Jim’s picked up on while hunting boars in the NT.Tuning & Equipment: Why Jim took bow tuning into his own hands and the importance of understanding your gear.Shot Placement on Bedded Boars: The nuances of finding the right angles for a clean kill.Shot Placement for Better and Faster Dispatch: Jim share how he changed his thinking on shot placement and the better outcomes the perspecti