New to the PAL and moving to the mountains

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Brandsma111

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Hi everyone, just joined today and curious if there’s a go to for new enthusiasts just getting started. We’re moving to an acreage in BC (near Smithers) and would like to have a few simple firearms for the outdoor life. Eventually would like to hunt but starting out maybe something more for sport and target practice. Just spitballing though as it’s all new to me. Thanks in advance for any suggestions!
 
Smithers area has excellent bird hunting opportunities from grouse to geese.
So I would suggest a quality shotgun in a 3" model with a smooth bore barrel for protection rounds like slugs and 00 Buckshot and 2nd shotgun with a bird barrel with chokes. Next up would be either a bolt action or semi automatic 22LR to practice shooting skills and for small game like rabbits and grouse.
The area is bear country and the numbers are increasing. Grizzly numbers are on the rise, moose numbers continue to plummet.
A decent rifle in .308 or even better 30-06 might be a good idea as well.
 
45ACPKING said:
Smithers area has excellent bird hunting opportunities from grouse to geese.
So I would suggest a quality shotgun in a 3" model with a smooth bore barrel for protection rounds like slugs and 00 Buckshot and 2nd shotgun with a bird barrel with chokes. Next up would be either a bolt action or semi automatic 22LR to practice shooting skills and for small game like rabbits and grouse.
The area is bear country and the numbers are increasing. Grizzly numbers are on the rise, moose numbers continue to plummet.
A decent rifle in .308 or even better 30-06 might be a good idea as well.
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Awesome thank you!
 
Welcome. Personally I'd recommend a PCC (9mm rifle) for target practice due to it's cheap ammo and have some decent recoil where u can get used to train how to control it before switching to bigger guns.
 
+1 for .22lr. I would steer you towards something like a Savage Mark II G-Bolt if you want a cheap reliable unit. Great gun for learning how to operate a bolt gun and endless amounts of plinking.
A 10/22 is a great option as well but maybe a little less applicable if eventually you want to move into a larger caliber bolt gun.
 
Get yourself a 12g pump and a nice .22lr and you will be well suited for fun, hunting and protection. For a small game rifle with a bit more punch I like a lever gun in .38special/.357mag.
 
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I would say start with a 12 Gauge pump action shotgun and a .22 bolt. Maybe add a scope to get the hang of it.
Cheap ammo and you can find it anywhere ammo is sold.
 
tkeating13 said:
+1 for .22lr. I would steer you towards something like a Savage Mark II G-Bolt if you want a cheap reliable unit. Great gun for learning how to operate a bolt gun and endless amounts of plinking.
A 10/22 is a great option as well but maybe a little less applicable if eventually you want to move into a larger caliber bolt gun.
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Thanks!
 
Hmatt said:
get yourself a .22LR , 12guage pump action, 308 or 3006 bolt action, and some decent scope for the rifles. If you’re looking for simplicity that’s it right there
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Thanks! Seems like a common theme so I’ll definitely look into these.
 
45ACPKING said:
Smithers area has excellent bird hunting opportunities from grouse to geese.
So I would suggest a quality shotgun in a 3" model with a smooth bore barrel for protection rounds like slugs and 00 Buckshot and 2nd shotgun with a bird barrel with chokes. Next up would be either a bolt action or semi automatic 22LR to practice shooting skills and for small game like rabbits and grouse.
The area is bear country and the numbers are increasing. Grizzly numbers are on the rise, moose numbers continue to plummet.
A decent rifle in .308 or even better 30-06 might be a good idea as well.
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X2!
 
It is recommended that you buy your first gun from a dealer, this will help give you an overview of how different kinds of guns work. Start buying used guns when you understand them, unless the gun you particularly like is out of stock.
 
Octavian z said:
It is recommended that you buy your first gun from a dealer, this will help give you an overview of how different kinds of guns work. Start buying used guns when you understand them, unless the gun you particularly like is out of stock.
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who recommends this? That’s like saying for your first car go to a dealership.. overview of different actions and how they work is a fundamental part of getting your PAL…
 
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