Re: Family hunting setup rifle? Kids rifle?
Oooooo you are asking a very dynamic question. There are so many variables especially when it comes to rifles because they all can do different things based on what you’re planning on hunting. I suspect it will be deer and black bear at first. The “best” calibre (let the debates begin) is the 30-06. It’s amazingly versatile and ammo can be found anywhere for it. There isn’t an animal in North America that hasn’t been killed by a 30-06.
As for model/brand the options or endless. I would suggest a Tikka T3 but they can be pricy for an entry level gun. My next thought is a Remington 700 or a savage. Both are entry level rifles but are deadly.
Any binoculars by Vortex are good and they have a life time warranty.
Honestly, I think the items that are the most important at first are a good pair of hiking boots, a good full shank knife, a good backpack and the time to spend in the bush.
the last item is the hardest one to find..
I think a good thought is to narrow down what your expectations of hunting are and what you want to hunt. If you are looking to hunt moose in grizzly populated areas in northern BC, my suggestions for calibre would be different. As goes if you were hunting coastal black tail on Vancouver island.
But all of that being said, you are already doing the most important thing already which is introducing your loved ones into an amazing adventure and spending time with them.
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