You might check with some of your friends.Surely, you know somebody that does a little hunting. And I might even bet that somebody you know, Just like may of us in here, own more than 1 .22 rifle, or other small game suitied rifle. Check with them. I am sure you can get them to take you out to the desert, or woods, or wherever you might be hunting to give it a try. This will do3 things for you. 1) help you decide whether you like it or not, and 2) maybe help you decide what gun to get, and 3) help you decide not to spend the money because you didn't like it.
Whatever you decide to do, have fun with it. And listen to most of what you hear in here. Lots of good info from guys with lots of experience. Good Luck.