Hi everyone,
I've recently acquired a keen interest in hunting, but I am a total newbie. By that I mean BRAND new - I don't even own a gun yet. I'm currently half-way through the Hunter's Education Course that is required for a license in California (completed the online portion and scheduled the in-class portion for mid-Oct '18). Anyway, I've been doing a ton of research on all aspects of hunting/shooting, and I have found this forum and its members to be extremely helpful. So, a big thank you to everyone! I'll try not to ask too many stupid questions.
After I complete the Hunter's Ed course I plan on purchasing a shotgun since I'm most interested in waterfowl and dove. I plan on doing a lot of range practice before attempting to hunt, and don't necessarily count on being ready for the '18/'19 season given all that I still have to learn.
By the way, I've been an avid salt water kayak fisherman in SD for about 7 years now, and I'd be happy to share any info on that sport should anyone need it.
I've recently acquired a keen interest in hunting, but I am a total newbie. By that I mean BRAND new - I don't even own a gun yet. I'm currently half-way through the Hunter's Education Course that is required for a license in California (completed the online portion and scheduled the in-class portion for mid-Oct '18). Anyway, I've been doing a ton of research on all aspects of hunting/shooting, and I have found this forum and its members to be extremely helpful. So, a big thank you to everyone! I'll try not to ask too many stupid questions.
After I complete the Hunter's Ed course I plan on purchasing a shotgun since I'm most interested in waterfowl and dove. I plan on doing a lot of range practice before attempting to hunt, and don't necessarily count on being ready for the '18/'19 season given all that I still have to learn.
By the way, I've been an avid salt water kayak fisherman in SD for about 7 years now, and I'd be happy to share any info on that sport should anyone need it.