New rifle user and hunter here, at age 44 no-less! This is my first season hunting, was with a group who bagged a couple Elk, and I've been out a couple weeks in Okanagan so far. I bought a Ruger American 30-06 for my first rifle, shooting hornady's in 180 and 150 grain, depending on the species.
As an older new-comer to being both a hunter and gun owner, I believe strictly in ethics, following the rules as they are, and try to sway public opinion away from the prevailing negative stereotypes that at least I have experienced, so that future generations can hunt and provide, or enjoy the sport of shooting.
I've been researching rifles online, and look forward to building a collection.
Cheers!
Josh