join a sportsmans club in your area and ask to go hunting with someone there.
pay for half gas to go and you could get a lot of info.
here is my tips.
12 ga pump/semi shotgun with 26/28 length barrel.i like 28 INCH LENGTH.
get DOG if you are hunting by yourself.i like FIELD LABS .
but it cost a lot to own dog and takes up your time BUT its just plain fun having dog along in woods.