If you can fire a rifle or a bow, you can easily learn to shoot a crossbow. But you should know a few things first
Author: Anthony Licata
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Licata, a lifelong hunter and fisherman, is the Editorial Director of Field & Stream. He makes a killer black-bear chili. Highlights Education Experience Notable Work
If you can fire a rifle or a bow, you can easily learn to shoot a crossbow. But you should know a few things first

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