Glad to see a joint interest in the outdoors. Your first couple might be tricky to clean but youll get the hang of it and make short work of it. Check out some other posts or look for some directions on-line. Theres more than one way to skin a bushy tail. If you are planning a morning hunt you should see lots . Camo is good. Move slow and listen for them cutting nuts. SLOW and QUIET. The earlier the better ( I like first light ). Good luck and keep us posted on how it goes for you and your wife.