Rifle question for black bear

[Kshusker]

I am planning on taking my daughter (13) bear hunting this year, backpacking into Wyoming. She shoots a .243 very well at whitetail deer, she isn’t hunting bear this year but really wants to go along. My question is what gun should I get for her to use in the future? I am thinking a 7mm-08 for her, would this be enough for a 200 yards shot? Anyone hunted with their kiddos and have a recommendation?

 

[omicron1792]

That 243 sounds just about perfect.

 

[Nine Banger]

Stick with the .243.