Welcome both of you guys. As far as starting a new post, first you have to register and log in, then click on a category such as "big game hunting". At the very top of this forum, you will see an icon "new post". Click on that and fire away!

I would, however, have to dissagree with Keith. You already have a 30-06. This is truly a great gun from deer to elk. No reason to rush out and buy a 7 mm mag anytime soon. I say this in spite of the fact that I own a 7mm mag and not a '06. I assure you that out to 400 yards, any game you shoot at will never know the difference.

So, the consensus is that you made a great choice in caliber. Just need to try several different bullets and see what your gun likes. Then pratice enough to feel confident and you are ready to go hunting. Welcome back!