I agree with what everyone said. Don't get caught in the hype of the hunting industry. Get out and have fun!! Most important too would be to surround yourself with experienced and inexperienced hunters of all levels. The more experienced can guide you and help mentor a foundation and the less experienced ones will push you to excel but also keep it fun. If it ain't fun it is not worth doing imho. You made a good choice jumping in on this site as these guys have propelled my skills and made me much better. They are a good group to be associated with!!