As Lungpopper suggest and I will add this.
Vortex, Leopold, or better.
Or the best you can afford.
Bushnell are ok but not as good.
Depends on your pocket book.
I am old school and prefer to scan with my binos.
I never needed a spotting scope, but
Changed my mind. Good quality scope is a plus with a decent tripod.
This question comes up often. Do a search on these boards, 80% of your time will be scanning the hills.
Read the post in big game hunting.
How do see so many deer.
Welcome and best of luck
Longbow