To shoot a deer with a bow, the best shot placement is just behind the front shoulder of a broadside deer. Aim about a third of the way up the body to puncture both lungs, as this targets the vitals for a quick and humane kill. Shots can also be taken at quartering-away or slightly quartering-to angles, adjusting the aim slightly behind or tight to the front shoulder without hitting the shoulder bone, which can stop the arrow. Modern bows and arrows allow some hunters to shoot directly at or even ahead of the shoulder, but the traditional safest and most effective aim is just behind the front shoulder crease. For hunting spots, public land areas during archery season tend to have less hunter pressure, providing good opportunities. Ideal setups for hunting include standing in tree stands or ground blinds near known deer travel routes, such as edges of fields, rub lines, and escape areas like dense thickets or rugged terrain. Ensuring wind direction carries scent away from the deer is also crucial. The typical effective shooting distance for bow hunting is quite close, often around 17 yards, so positioning yourself within this range with a clear shot is important. This guidance aligns with expert advice for both shot placement and hunting spot selection for bow hunting deer effectively and ethically.