Thank you

I'm new to crossbows, I've gotten an old Barnett Wildcat from a relative that I've shot a few times and discovered the scope rail was broken, hence the horrible groups I was getting. I live on a small 12 acre farm and haven't really considered any bow hunting before because I was concerned about all I'd read about how far the deer travel even after a good hit. But, I've decided to give it a try, once I find the part I need and do a lot of practicing. As with firearms, until I'm proficient I will not take it afield, it would not be fair to the animals.
Wish me luck!