Picture the path of the bullet from muzzle to the exact place you want to hit. If nothing else this takes your mind off of everything else.

I am going to bring a new hunter along this year and from what I have seen it's not the rifles accuracy, it's the hunters aim that counts most.

What suggestions do you have to prevent buck fever?

When I was a kid I used to hold my breath when I saw an animal. This of course does not work for long!

Everytime I have taken a beginner hunting and a shot opportunity arose, the best thing was time but, unfortunately you don't have it.

If they can take a few deep breaths and concentrate on holding the crosshairs steady on the kill zone, they usually calm down. It takes longer for some to calm down than for others. I like to watch the barrel and when shaking has ceased, I tell them to squeeze the trigger.

The Bad thing is most of the time the deer is only there for seconds. I have had better luck if the deer is grazing and not just walking across a shooting lane.

It is hard to do but, I think it is best if they wait for that perfect shot on their first couple of kills. They may have to pass up a few shots but at least you will not have a miss or a bad hit to discourage them in the future.

I have had the wonderful opportunity to take a few beginners hunting and let me tell you it is quite fun. I believe I had buck fever worse than them on some occasions and I didn't even have a gun!

Good Luck, I hope all works out well.

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