Hey Danny,

Thats a great story about you and your daughter! I hope to take my daughter hunting in another year, she turned five yesterday!

I also got a late start in hunting, am originally from Jersey, and moved to VA. I think the more versitile rifle to choose for you bear hunt is the .270 with a low power scope. It will shoot farther if neccessary and will hit harder too.

Good luck to you and your little girl!