Heya folks!

First off, great board been reading an learning already. I have a ferw questions, I am looking to get into Gun hunting deer here in Cn./No. California. I am 29 and have no hunting experience what so ever. I have no friends or family who hunt which limits my options of learning that way. I would love to have something to pass on to my son when he gets older as well as have something we can bond together over. I have found a Rod and Gun club in my area but havent had a chance to contact them as of yet. Will they be able to "teach" me to hun or atleast point me in the right driection, or get me in contact with some veteran hunters in my area willing to take a newbie like myself under their wing? I am not a cocky person but not a wall flower weither who is not afraid to introduce himself to people and ask questions...lol. I really want to learn to hunt "the right way" and learn all that I can. Like what kind of rifles are interchangable for different game for possible future hunts (what rifle would work fordeer, antelope, elk, etc.) I want to be a safe but efficent hunter that will enjoy all that hunting and nature has to offer. After some readingI am leaning to either a .243 or a 7mm-08 for my first rifle. Any and all input and information about anything related to hunting would be greatly appreciated and welcome! Thanks in advance!

Tommy