Originally Posted by country1

Kevin,

I suggest look for a hunting or sportsman's club to join and ask in advance if they are willing to work with new hunters. I strongly suggest you find someone who is an experienced, safe, respectful and ethical hunter to work with you. If is very important that you find a mentor. Do any kind of hunting you can (predator, rabbit, raccoon, gopher/prairie dogs, duck, goose, pheasant) to work with a mentor. Even if you do not carry a firearm to hunt, just being with a mentor while he hunts can teach you a lot. Be sure to follow all game laws, don't pretend to know something you do not and treat the wildlife, land and landowners with respect.