L's Pond, you've gotten lots of great advice, but going by your original post, I'd probably start with something like a Ruger 10-22. They're reliable, light, don't kick, and cheap to practice with. You said we, so I'm assuming a significant other, or kids/grandkids also come into play. If so, this is a great "starter rifle", and a great way to teach them gun safety, and respect for any firearm.
As far as a more long term solution? I like the AR platform. Sprkplug's reference to a spork, is actually pretty accurate for an AR, but I like to think of them more as a swiss army knife. As Tbar mentioned, they're available in many calibers and configurations, and prices seemed to have dropped quite a bit in the last year or so.
Which ever way you decide to go, I wood start with a firearm that's enjoyable to shoot, and safest for the the group.
Hope this helps.
Last edited by FireIsHot; 11/13/15 08:49 AM.
