I appreciate all of the input and am amazed by the responsiveness of everybody. Thank you.

So... from all I've heard I think that I am going to get a Rem 700 30-06. How bout the scope? Friend told me that a 3x9 is good and to avoid Tascos, but again, I don't know my um, armpit from elbow (?) when it comes to this. Suggestions? Thanks again...