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Trying to learn

Hello all,

I know this topic has been addressed, but I wanted some advice updated and specific to my area.

I am approaching 35 years old, and have never been introduced to hunting; it just wasn't my family culture. I am no stranger to firearms, as my USMC grandfather was sure to make sure I knew the basics. Now I own a few .22s and a 9mm for CWP.

I have spent a lifetime fishing, but for many, many reasons, would like to add hunting to my hobby/skills set. I would also like to learn in order to pass on these skills to my boys so that they won't be making this same post years from now.

Other than taking the safety course, how do I get started? I would be willing to hunt anything, and know I should gradually increase what I hunt, and have read that small game/varmint hunting is a good place to start.

I live in the Ocala, FL area, so the area is full of hunters and hunting/fishing culture, but I don't personally know anyone that can show me the ropes.

I appreciate any advice, and look forward to the challenges this will bring. Take care.